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
As per Census 2011, Datwar village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 432 males and 446 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 661 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Datwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 432 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 232 | 216 |
| 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 has a total population of 878, including 432 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Datwar?
There are 186 households in Datwar.
What is the literacy rate in Datwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datwar is 75.28%. Male literacy is 80.79% and female literacy is 69.96%.