Dand
About Dand
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dand village is 007161. Dand village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 63km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Dand village. As per 2009 stats, Kihar is the gram panchayat of Dand village.
The total geographical area of village is 330.35 hectares. Dand has a total population of 805 peoples, out of which male population is 416 while female population is 389. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dand village is 44.84% out of which 61.30% males and 27.25% females are literate. There are about 132 houses in dand village. Pincode of dand village locality is 176320.
When it comes to administration, Dand 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, Dand village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to dand village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dand
The population details of Dand 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 | 805 | 416 | 389 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 286 | 147 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 361 | 255 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 161 | 283 |
Connectivity of Dand
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dand
Where is Dand located?
Dand village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dand?
The Gram Panchayat of Dand is Kihar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dand?
The pincode of Dand is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dand is 805, with 416 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Dand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dand village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dand is 44.84%. The male literacy rate is 61.30%, while the female literacy rate is 27.25%.