Dauka
Dauka is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dauka village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Mokrampur is the gram panchayat of Dauka village.
Dauka has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Dauka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dauka is 342987. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721437. Kharagpur is nearest town to Dauka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Dauka
Population of Dauka
Below is a concise population overview of Dauka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 299 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 221 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 78 | 111 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dauka village:
- The total population of Dauka village is around 580, including approximately 299 males and 281 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Dauka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dauka village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 48 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dauka village is about 67.41%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 60.50%.
- There are around 129 households in Dauka village.
Connectivity of Dauka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dauka. As per the 2011 stats, Dauka 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dauka
Knowing the nearby villages of Dauka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dauka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dauka
- Where is Dauka located?
- Dauka village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dauka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dauka is Mokrampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dauka?
- The pincode of Dauka is 721437, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dauka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dauka is 580, with 299 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Dauka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dauka village has a total of 129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dauka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dauka is 67.41%. The male literacy rate is 73.91%, while the female literacy rate is 60.50%.