Danta
Danta is a village located in Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Danta. Danta is the sub-district headquarter of Danta village. As per 2009 stats, Danta village is also a gram panchayat.
Danta has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha 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 Danta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Danta is 507897. The village spans a total geographical area of 1866.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385120. Palanpur is nearest town to Danta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Danta 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 Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Danta
Population of Danta
Below is a concise population overview of Danta 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 | 7,784 | 4,036 | 3,748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,104 | 588 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 709 | 358 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 860 | 445 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 5,269 | 3,036 | 2,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,515 | 1,000 | 1,515 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Danta village:
- The total population of Danta village is around 7,784, including approximately 4,036 males and 3,748 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,104 children aged 0–6 years in Danta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Danta village has 709 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 860 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Danta village is about 67.69%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 59.58%.
- There are around 1,622 households in Danta village.
Connectivity of Danta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Danta. As per the 2011 stats, Danta 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Danta
Knowing the nearby villages of Danta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Danta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Danta
- Where is Danta located?
- Danta village is situated in Danta Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Danta?
- Danta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Danta?
- The pincode of Danta is 385120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Danta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Danta is 7,784, with 4,036 males and 3,748 females.
- How many households are there in Danta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Danta village has a total of 1,622 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Danta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Danta is 67.69%. The male literacy rate is 75.22%, while the female literacy rate is 59.58%.