Daddal - Majheen, Kangra
Daddal is a village situated in the Majheen tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 67 km from Dharmsala. Majheen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daddal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daddal is 010880. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.09 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Daddal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daddal
According to the 2011 Census, Daddal village had a total population of 221 people, including 121 males and 100 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.03%, with male literacy at 86.60% and female literacy at 70.79%.
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 | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 84 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 37 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Daddal
Daddal 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 Daddal
Daddal 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 Nadaun to Daddal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharmsala to Daddal 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 Daddal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daddal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Daddal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daddal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Daddal
Where is Daddal located?
Daddal village is located in Majheen Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daddal?
The Gram Panchayat of Daddal is Majheen.
What is the pincode of Daddal?
The pincode of Daddal is 176030.
What is the population of Daddal?
Daddal had a total population of 221, including 121 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Daddal?
Daddal had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daddal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daddal was 79.03%. Male literacy was 86.60% and female literacy was 70.79%.