Dan
Dan is a village located in Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Gohar. Gohar is the sub-district headquarter of Dan village. As per 2009 stats, Bahwa Ghr is the gram panchayat of Dan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dan unique in its vibrant Chachyot-Mandi region. You’ll see Dan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dan is 015388. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175029. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Dan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dan
Population of Dan
According to the 2011 Census, Dan has a total population of about 621, with approximately 312 males and 309 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 536 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.62%, with male literacy at about 85.26% and female literacy near 69.90%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 482 | 266 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 46 | 93 |
Connectivity of Dan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dan. As per the 2011 stats, Dan 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 Dan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dan
- Where is Dan located?
- Dan village is situated in Chachyot Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dan is Bahwa Ghr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dan?
- The pincode of Dan is 175029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dan is 621, with 312 males and 309 females.
- How many households are there in Dan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dan village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dan is 77.62%. The male literacy rate is 85.26%, while the female literacy rate is 69.90%.