Dastan
About Dastan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dastan village is 524219. Dastan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 735.89 hectares. Dastan has a total population of 1,967 peoples, out of which male population is 975 while female population is 992. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1017 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dastan village is 62.33% out of which 64.82% males and 59.88% females are literate. There are about 425 houses in dastan village. Pincode of dastan village locality is 394310.
When it comes to administration, Dastan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dastan village comes under Olpad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surat Lok Sabha constituency. Bardoli is nearest town to dastan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Dastan
The population details of Dastan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,967 | 975 | 992 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,207 | 584 | 623 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 632 | 594 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 343 | 398 |
Connectivity of Dastan
| 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 |
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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%.