Dal - Dalhousie, Chamba
Dal is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sudli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dal is 007363. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.53 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dal
According to the 2011 Census, Dal village had a total population of 163 people, including 92 males and 71 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 772 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.69%, with male literacy at 91.14% and female literacy at 69.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 72 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dal
Dal 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 Dal
Dal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dalhousie to Dal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Dal is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dal
Where is Dal located?
Dal village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dal is Sudli.
What is the pincode of Dal?
The pincode of Dal is 176303.
What is the population of Dal?
Dal had a total population of 163, including 92 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Dal?
Dal had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dal was 81.69%. Male literacy was 91.14% and female literacy was 69.84%.