Dachhen - Karsog, Mandi
Dachhen is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dachchain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dachhen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dachhen is 015835. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dachhen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dachhen
According to the 2011 Census, Dachhen village had a total population of 552 people, including 263 males and 289 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.20%, with male literacy at 92.61% and female literacy at 76.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 552 | 263 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 213 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 50 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Dachhen
Dachhen 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 Dachhen
Dachhen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Dachhen has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Dachhen is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dachhen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dachhen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dachhen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dachhen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dachhen
Where is Dachhen located?
Dachhen village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dachhen?
The Gram Panchayat of Dachhen is Dachchain.
What is the pincode of Dachhen?
The pincode of Dachhen is 175011.
What is the population of Dachhen?
Dachhen had a total population of 552, including 263 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Dachhen?
Dachhen had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dachhen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dachhen was 84.20%. Male literacy was 92.61% and female literacy was 76.49%.