Dangma (8/18) - Lahul, Lahaul And Spiti
Dangma (8/18) is a village situated in the Lahul tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Kyelang. Darcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangma (8/18) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangma (8/18) is 012367. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.74 hectares and falls under the 175132 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Dangma (8/18) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangma (8/18)
According to the 2011 Census, Dangma (8/18) village had a total population of 166 people, including 89 males and 77 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 166 | 89 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 21 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Dangma (8/18)
Dangma (8/18) 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 Dangma (8/18)
Public transport in the Dangma (8/18) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Dangma (8/18) is about 32 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 Dangma (8/18)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangma (8/18) 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dangma (8/18)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangma (8/18) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangma (8/18)
Where is Dangma (8/18) located?
Dangma (8/18) village is located in Lahul Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangma (8/18)?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangma (8/18) is Darcha.
What is the pincode of Dangma (8/18)?
The pincode of Dangma (8/18) is 175132.
What is the population of Dangma (8/18)?
Dangma (8/18) had a total population of 166, including 89 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Dangma (8/18)?
Dangma (8/18) had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangma (8/18)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangma (8/18) was 73.38%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 64.29%.