Dalan

Dalan is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 89km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Dalan village. As per 2009 stats, Kirti is the gram panchayat of Dalan village.

Dalan 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 Dalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dalan is 023893. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172030. Narkanda is nearest town to Dalan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dalan

Below is a concise population overview of Dalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 467 219 248
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 9 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 168 83 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 393 191 202
Illiterate Population 74 28 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dalan village:

  • The total population of Dalan village is around 467, including approximately 219 males and 248 females, with a sex ratio of 1132 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Dalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dalan village has 168 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dalan village is about 84.15%, with male literacy at 87.21% and female literacy at 81.45%.
  • There are around 123 households in Dalan village.

Connectivity of Dalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dalan.

Kirti Sainj Paranu Kepu Gharal Nanjha Bhanana Shawat Shathla Lauga Bhalari Kanda

Frequently Asked Questions about Dalan

Where is Dalan located?
Dalan village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalan is Kirti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dalan?
The pincode of Dalan is 172030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dalan is 467, with 219 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Dalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dalan village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dalan is 84.15%. The male literacy rate is 87.21%, while the female literacy rate is 81.45%.