Dadas - Theog, Shimla
Dadas is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dadas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadas is 025217. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.79 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Dadas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadas
According to the 2011 Census, Dadas village had a total population of 289 people, including 140 males and 149 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.66%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 78.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 289 | 140 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 117 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 23 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dadas
Dadas 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 Dadas
Dadas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dadas is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dadas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadas
Where is Dadas located?
Dadas village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadas?
Dadas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadas?
The pincode of Dadas is 171201.
What is the population of Dadas?
Dadas had a total population of 289, including 140 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dadas?
Dadas had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dadas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadas was 85.66%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 78.79%.