Dadhahur - Raikot, Ludhiana
Dadhahur is a village situated in the Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Dadahur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadhahur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadhahur is 033736. The village covers a total geographical area of 563 hectares and falls under the 141109 pincode. Raikot is the nearest town.
Dadhahur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raikot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadhahur
As per Census 2011, Dadhahur village has a total population of 2,248 people, consisting of 1,177 males and 1,071 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,562 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 633 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadhahur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,248 | 1,177 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 633 | 332 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 1,562 | 882 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 295 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Dadhahur
Dadhahur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dadhahur
Dadhahur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Dadhahur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadhahur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadhahur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadhahur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadhahur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadhahur
Where is Dadhahur located?
Dadhahur village is located in Raikot Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadhahur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadhahur is Dadahur.
What is the pincode of Dadhahur?
The pincode of Dadhahur is 141109.
What is the population of Dadhahur?
Dadhahur has a total population of 2,248, including 1,177 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Dadhahur?
There are 431 households in Dadhahur.
What is the literacy rate in Dadhahur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadhahur is 69.48%. Male literacy is 74.94% and female literacy is 63.49%.