Daikota

Daikota is a village located in Sainthia subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Ahmadpur. Suri is the district headquarter of Daikota village. As per 2009 stats, Deriapur is the gram panchayat of Daikota village.

Here you can discover what makes Daikota unique in its vibrant Sainthia-Birbhum region. You’ll see Daikota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Daikota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Daikota is 317230. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731234. Sainthia is nearest town to Daikota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Daikota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sainthia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Daikota

According to the 2011 Census, Daikota has a total population of about 434, with approximately 212 males and 222 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 195. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.45%, with male literacy at about 66.51% and female literacy near 46.85%. There are around 105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Daikota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 434 212 222
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 17 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 123 58 65
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 195 94 101
Literate Population 245 141 104
Illiterate Population 189 71 118

Connectivity of Daikota

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Daikota. As per the 2011 stats, Daikota 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Daikota

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Daikota

Where is Daikota located?
Daikota village is situated in Sainthia Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Daikota is Deriapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Daikota?
The pincode of Daikota is 731234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Daikota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Daikota is 434, with 212 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Daikota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Daikota village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daikota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Daikota is 56.45%. The male literacy rate is 66.51%, while the female literacy rate is 46.85%.