Dakoon
Dakoon is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Dakoon village. As per 2009 stats, Jadoon Bp is the gram panchayat of Dakoon village.
Dakoon has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dakoon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakoon is 023977. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171213. Narkanda is nearest town to Dakoon village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dakoon
Below is a concise population overview of Dakoon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 278 | 143 | 135 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 168 | 92 | 76 |
Illiterate Population | 110 | 51 | 59 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakoon village:
- The total population of Dakoon village is around 278, including approximately 143 males and 135 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Dakoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakoon village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dakoon village is about 60.43%, with male literacy at 64.34% and female literacy at 56.30%.
- There are around 62 households in Dakoon village.
Connectivity of Dakoon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakoon. As per the 2011 stats, Dakoon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakoon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakoon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakoon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakoon
- Where is Dakoon located?
- Dakoon village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakoon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakoon is Jadoon Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakoon?
- The pincode of Dakoon is 171213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakoon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakoon is 278, with 143 males and 135 females.
- How many households are there in Dakoon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakoon village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakoon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakoon is 60.43%. The male literacy rate is 64.34%, while the female literacy rate is 56.30%.