Dandota - Guhla, Kaithal
Dandota is a village situated in the Guhla tehsil of Kaithal district, Haryana. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhla and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kaithal. Dandota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandota is 058754. The village covers a total geographical area of 451 hectares and falls under the 136034 pincode. Guhla is the nearest town.
Dandota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandota
As per Census 2011, Dandota village has a total population of 1,581 people, consisting of 809 males and 772 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 902 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 544 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,581 | 809 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 110 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 544 | 273 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 902 | 512 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 297 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Dandota
Dandota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badsui | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Sugalpur | North | 2.40 km |
| Baupur | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Mengra | East | 2.56 km |
| Harigarh Kingan | South | 3.22 km |
| Kalarmajra | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Nogawan | North | 3.77 km |
| Bhagal | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Tatiana | West | 4.02 km |
| Gagarpur | North | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandota
Dandota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Patiala Cantt., while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kaithal to Dandota is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandota
Where is Dandota located?
Dandota village is located in Guhla Tehsil, Kaithal district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandota?
Dandota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandota?
The pincode of Dandota is 136034.
What is the population of Dandota?
Dandota has a total population of 1,581, including 809 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Dandota?
There are 297 households in Dandota.
What is the literacy rate in Dandota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandota is 57.05%. Male literacy is 63.29% and female literacy is 50.52%.