Dandwan
Dandwan is a village located in Makdi tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Makdi (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Labha is the gram panchayat of Dandwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dandwan unique in its vibrant Makdi-Bastar region. You’ll see Dandwan’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 Dandwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandwan is 448855. The village spans a total geographical area of 490.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493773. Kondagaon is nearest town to Dandwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Dandwan
Population of Dandwan
According to the 2011 Census, Dandwan has a total population of about 576, with approximately 279 males and 297 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 530. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.77%, with male literacy at about 67.74% and female literacy near 46.46%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 279 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 530 | 253 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 189 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 90 | 159 |
Connectivity of Dandwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandwan. As per the 2011 stats, Dandwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandwan
- Where is Dandwan located?
- Dandwan village is situated in Makdi Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dandwan is Labha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dandwan?
- The pincode of Dandwan is 493773, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandwan is 576, with 279 males and 297 females.
- How many households are there in Dandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandwan village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandwan is 56.77%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 46.46%.