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
As per Census 2011, Dachhen village has a total population of 552 people, consisting of 263 males and 289 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dachhen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 263 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| 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 has a total population of 552, including 263 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Dachhen?
There are 120 households in Dachhen.
What is the literacy rate in Dachhen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dachhen is 73.37%. Male literacy is 80.99% and female literacy is 66.44%.