Dakahi - Chakia, Chandauli
Dakahi is a village situated in the Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakia and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Daudpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakahi is 207998. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.29 hectares and falls under the 232103 pincode.
Dakahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakahi
According to the 2011 Census, Dakahi village had a total population of 589 people, including 311 males and 278 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.62%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 56.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 589 | 311 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 317 | 174 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 210 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 101 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Dakahi
Dakahi 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 Dakahi
Dakahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chandauli to Dakahi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dakahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakahi
Where is Dakahi located?
Dakahi village is located in Chakia Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakahi is Daudpur.
What is the pincode of Dakahi?
The pincode of Dakahi is 232103.
What is the population of Dakahi?
Dakahi had a total population of 589, including 311 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Dakahi?
Dakahi had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakahi was 68.62%. Male literacy was 79.55% and female literacy was 56.09%.