Danwal - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Danwal is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dingar Kinnar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danwal is 022884. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Danwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danwal
According to the 2011 Census, Danwal village had a total population of 63 people, including 33 males and 30 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.27%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 78.26%.
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 | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 3 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Danwal
Danwal 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 Danwal
Danwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Nahan to Danwal is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danwal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Danwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danwal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danwal
Where is Danwal located?
Danwal village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Danwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Danwal is Dingar Kinnar.
What is the pincode of Danwal?
The pincode of Danwal is 173001.
What is the population of Danwal?
Danwal had a total population of 63, including 33 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Danwal?
Danwal had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danwal was 87.27%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 78.26%.