Dastan
Dastan is a village located in Palsana taluka of Surat district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Palsana (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Surat. As per 2009 stats, Dastan village is also a gram panchayat.
Dastan has its own place in the vibrant Surat 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 Dastan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dastan is 524219. The village spans a total geographical area of 735.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 394310. Bardoli is nearest town to Dastan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dastan 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 Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dastan
Population of Dastan
Below is a concise population overview of Dastan 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 | 1,967 | 975 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,207 | 584 | 623 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 632 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 343 | 398 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dastan village:
- The total population of Dastan village is around 1,967, including approximately 975 males and 992 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 262 children aged 0–6 years in Dastan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dastan village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,207 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dastan village is about 62.33%, with male literacy at 64.82% and female literacy at 59.88%.
- There are around 425 households in Dastan village.
Connectivity of Dastan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dastan. As per the 2011 stats, Dastan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dastan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dastan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dastan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dastan
- Where is Dastan located?
- Dastan village is situated in Palsana Taluka, within the Surat district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dastan?
- Dastan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dastan?
- The pincode of Dastan is 394310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dastan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dastan is 1,967, with 975 males and 992 females.
- How many households are there in Dastan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dastan village has a total of 425 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dastan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dastan is 62.33%. The male literacy rate is 64.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.88%.