Dakana - Theog, Shimla
Dakana is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakana is 025006. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.58 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Dakana 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 Dakana
As per Census 2011, Dakana village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 95 males and 82 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Dakana
Dakana 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 Dakana
Public transport in the Dakana 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 Dakana is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakana 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 Dakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakana 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakana
Where is Dakana located?
Dakana village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakana is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Dakana?
The pincode of Dakana is 171201.
What is the population of Dakana?
Dakana has a total population of 177, including 95 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Dakana?
There are 40 households in Dakana.
What is the literacy rate in Dakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakana is 76.84%. Male literacy is 82.11% and female literacy is 70.73%.