Danta - Danta, Banas Kantha
Danta is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. Danta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danta is 507897. The village covers a total geographical area of 1866.15 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Danta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danta
As per Census 2011, Danta village has a total population of 7,784 people, consisting of 4,036 males and 3,748 females. The village has 1,622 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,269 literate and 2,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 709 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 860 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danta are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Danta
Danta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Danta
Public transport in the Danta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Danta is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Danta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Danta
Where is Danta located?
Danta village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danta?
Danta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danta?
The pincode of Danta is 385120.
What is the population of Danta?
Danta has a total population of 7,784, including 4,036 males and 3,748 females.
How many households are there in Danta?
There are 1,622 households in Danta.
What is the literacy rate in Danta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danta is 67.69%. Male literacy is 75.22% and female literacy is 59.58%.