Daffarpur - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Daffarpur is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from Dera Bassi and around 30 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Daffarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daffarpur is 039380. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 140201 pincode. Zirakpur is the nearest town.
Daffarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daffarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Daffarpur village had a total population of 1,943 people, including 1,047 males and 896 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.46%, with male literacy at 83.77% and female literacy at 72.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,943 | 1,047 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,344 | 769 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 278 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Daffarpur
Daffarpur 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 Daffarpur
Daffarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Daffarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Daffarpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daffarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daffarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daffarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daffarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daffarpur
Where is Daffarpur located?
Daffarpur village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daffarpur?
Daffarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daffarpur?
The pincode of Daffarpur is 140201.
What is the population of Daffarpur?
Daffarpur had a total population of 1,943, including 1,047 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Daffarpur?
Daffarpur had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daffarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daffarpur was 78.46%. Male literacy was 83.77% and female literacy was 72.33%.