Dal

Dal is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Dal village. As per 2009 stats, Siylkad is the gram panchayat of Dal village.

Dal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Dal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dal is 010878. The village spans a total geographical area of 149.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176032. Nadaun is nearest town to Dal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dal 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dal

Below is a concise population overview of Dal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 304 152 152
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 12 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 90 40 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 236 130 106
Illiterate Population 68 22 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dal village:

  • The total population of Dal village is around 304, including approximately 152 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Dal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dal village has 90 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dal village is about 77.63%, with male literacy at 85.53% and female literacy at 69.74%.
  • There are around 74 households in Dal village.

Connectivity of Dal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dal. As per the 2011 stats, Dal 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dal

Knowing the nearby villages of Dal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dal.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dal

Where is Dal located?
Dal village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dal is Siylkad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dal?
The pincode of Dal is 176032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dal is 304, with 152 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Dal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dal village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dal is 77.63%. The male literacy rate is 85.53%, while the female literacy rate is 69.74%.