Dakala

Dakala is a village located in Patiala tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from Patiala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dakala village. As per 2009 stats, New Dakala is the gram panchayat of Dakala village.

Dakala has its own place in the vibrant Patiala region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dakala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakala is 036632. The village spans a total geographical area of 1048 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147001. Sanaur is nearest town to Dakala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dakala

Below is a concise population overview of Dakala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,594 2,410 2,184
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 556 306 250
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,413 761 652
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,759 1,557 1,202
Illiterate Population 1,835 853 982

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakala village:

  • The total population of Dakala village is around 4,594, including approximately 2,410 males and 2,184 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 556 children aged 0–6 years in Dakala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dakala village has 1,413 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dakala village is about 60.06%, with male literacy at 64.61% and female literacy at 55.04%.
  • There are around 841 households in Dakala village.

Connectivity of Dakala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakala. As per the 2011 stats, Dakala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dakala

Knowing the nearby villages of Dakala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakala.

Pakki Kui Kakapur Hamayunpur Paharipur Mardan Heri Dudhar Tarain Daraula Tulewal Darauli Maddo Majra

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakala

Where is Dakala located?
Dakala village is situated in Patiala Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakala is New Dakala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dakala?
The pincode of Dakala is 147001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dakala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakala is 4,594, with 2,410 males and 2,184 females.
How many households are there in Dakala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakala village has a total of 841 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakala is 60.06%. The male literacy rate is 64.61%, while the female literacy rate is 55.04%.