Dakai

Dakai is a village located in Khatra subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.1km away from sub-district headquarter Khatra. Bankura is the district headquarter of Dakai village. As per 2009 stats, Dahala is the gram panchayat of Dakai village.

Dakai has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Dakai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakai is 329094. The village spans a total geographical area of 158.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722160. Khatra is nearest town to Dakai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Dakai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 798 400 398
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 42 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 77 33 44
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 384 200 184
Literate Population 427 261 166
Illiterate Population 371 139 232

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

  • The total population of Dakai village is around 798, including approximately 400 males and 398 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Dakai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dakai village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 384 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dakai village is about 53.51%, with male literacy at 65.25% and female literacy at 41.71%.
  • There are around 170 households in Dakai village.

Connectivity of Dakai

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dakai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakai

Where is Dakai located?
Dakai village is situated in Khatra Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakai is Dahala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dakai?
The pincode of Dakai is 722160, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dakai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakai is 798, with 400 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Dakai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakai village has a total of 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakai is 53.51%. The male literacy rate is 65.25%, while the female literacy rate is 41.71%.