Dafa - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Dafa is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from Munsiari and around 95 km from Pithoragarh. Dafa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dafa is 048977. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.07 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Dafa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dafa
According to the 2011 Census, Dafa village had a total population of 181 people, including 96 males and 85 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 66.25% and female literacy at 59.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 43 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Dafa
Dafa 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 Dafa
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Dafa is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dafa is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dafa
Where is Dafa located?
Dafa village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dafa?
Dafa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dafa?
The pincode of Dafa is 249001.
What is the population of Dafa?
Dafa had a total population of 181, including 96 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Dafa?
Dafa had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dafa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dafa was 62.89%. Male literacy was 66.25% and female literacy was 59.49%.