Duman - Tikken, Mandi
Duman is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Mandi. Tarswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duman is 013047. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.52 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Duman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duman
According to the 2011 Census, Duman village had a total population of 168 people, including 85 males and 83 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.27%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 49.33%.
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 | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Duman
Duman 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 Duman
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Duman.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Duman is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duman 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 Duman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Duman
Where is Duman located?
Duman village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duman?
The Gram Panchayat of Duman is Tarswan.
What is the pincode of Duman?
The pincode of Duman is 175013.
What is the population of Duman?
Duman had a total population of 168, including 85 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Duman?
Duman had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duman was 63.27%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 49.33%.