Daniwal - Theog, Shimla
Daniwal is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Chikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daniwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daniwal is 025014. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.42 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Daniwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Daniwal
According to the 2011 Census, Daniwal village had a total population of 104 people, including 48 males and 56 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.32%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.69%.
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 | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Daniwal
Daniwal 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 Daniwal
Public transport in the Daniwal is mainly available through shared van 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 Daniwal is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daniwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daniwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Daniwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daniwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daniwal
Where is Daniwal located?
Daniwal village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daniwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Daniwal is Chikhar.
What is the pincode of Daniwal?
The pincode of Daniwal is 171201.
What is the population of Daniwal?
Daniwal had a total population of 104, including 48 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Daniwal?
Daniwal had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daniwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daniwal was 90.32%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.69%.