Datwar - Sandhol, Mandi
Datwar is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Datwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datwar is 013585. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.28 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Datwar 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 Datwar
According to the 2011 Census, Datwar village had a total population of 878 people, including 432 males and 446 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.46%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 76.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 448.
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 | 878 | 432 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 232 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 661 | 349 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 83 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Datwar
Datwar 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 Datwar
Datwar 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 Datwar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Datwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datwar 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Datwar
Where is Datwar located?
Datwar village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Datwar?
Datwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Datwar?
The pincode of Datwar is 176090.
What is the population of Datwar?
Datwar had a total population of 878, including 432 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Datwar?
Datwar had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datwar was 83.46%. Male literacy was 90.41% and female literacy was 76.85%.