Didanu - Dharmpur, Mandi
Didanu is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Banal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didanu is 013704. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.87 hectares and falls under the 175040 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Didanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didanu
According to the 2011 Census, Didanu village had a total population of 257 people, including 111 males and 146 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,315 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.70%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 75.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 257 | 111 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 17 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Didanu
Didanu 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 Didanu
Didanu 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 Mandi to Didanu is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didanu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Didanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Didanu
Where is Didanu located?
Didanu village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Didanu is Banal.
What is the pincode of Didanu?
The pincode of Didanu is 175040.
What is the population of Didanu?
Didanu had a total population of 257, including 111 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Didanu?
Didanu had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didanu was 83.70%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 75.59%.