Dakana
About Dakana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dakana village is 025006. Dakana village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Dakana village. As per 2009 stats, Sandhu is the gram panchayat of Dakana village.
The total geographical area of village is 117.58 hectares. Dakana has a total population of 177 peoples, out of which male population is 95 while female population is 82. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 863 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dakana village is 76.84% out of which 82.11% males and 70.73% females are literate. There are about 40 houses in dakana village. Pincode of dakana village locality is 171201.
When it comes to administration, Dakana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dakana village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to dakana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dakana
Population of Dakana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 95 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Connectivity of Dakana
| 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 Dakana
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakana
Where is Dakana located?
Dakana village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakana is Sandhu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dakana?
The pincode of Dakana is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakana is 177, with 95 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Dakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dakana village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dakana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakana is 76.84%. The male literacy rate is 82.11%, while the female literacy rate is 70.73%.