Dalana - Sunni, Shimla
Dalana is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from Shimla. Khatnol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalana is 024199. The village covers a total geographical area of 333 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dalana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalana
According to the 2011 Census, Dalana village had a total population of 209 people, including 107 males and 102 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.96%, with male literacy at 95.92% and female literacy at 79.57%.
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 | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 94 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 13 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Dalana
Dalana 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 Dalana
Public transport in the Dalana 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 Shimla to Dalana is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dalana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalana
Where is Dalana located?
Dalana village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalana is Khatnol.
What is the pincode of Dalana?
The pincode of Dalana is 171301.
What is the population of Dalana?
Dalana had a total population of 209, including 107 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Dalana?
Dalana had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalana was 87.96%. Male literacy was 95.92% and female literacy was 79.57%.