Dandi Bag - Sunni, Shimla
Dandi Bag is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Khatnol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandi Bag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandi Bag is 024194. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dandi Bag 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 Dandi Bag
As per Census 2011, Dandi Bag village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 67 males and 63 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandi Bag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 53 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Dandi Bag
Dandi Bag 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 Dandi Bag
Public transport in the Dandi Bag is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dandi Bag is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandi Bag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandi Bag 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 Dandi Bag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandi Bag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandi Bag
Where is Dandi Bag located?
Dandi Bag village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandi Bag?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandi Bag is Khatnol.
What is the pincode of Dandi Bag?
The pincode of Dandi Bag is 171301.
What is the population of Dandi Bag?
Dandi Bag has a total population of 130, including 67 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Dandi Bag?
There are 24 households in Dandi Bag.
What is the literacy rate in Dandi Bag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandi Bag is 75.38%. Male literacy is 79.10% and female literacy is 71.43%.