Dan - Chachyot, Mandi
Dan is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dann serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dan is 015388. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.48 hectares and falls under the 175029 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Dan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dan
According to the 2011 Census, Dan village had a total population of 621 people, including 312 males and 309 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.48%, with male literacy at 97.08% and female literacy at 77.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 536.
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 | 621 | 312 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 269 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 266 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 46 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dan
Dan 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 Dan
Dan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Mandi to Dan is about 38 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 Dan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dan
Where is Dan located?
Dan village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dan is Dann.
What is the pincode of Dan?
The pincode of Dan is 175029.
What is the population of Dan?
Dan had a total population of 621, including 312 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Dan?
Dan had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dan was 87.48%. Male literacy was 97.08% and female literacy was 77.98%.