Danda - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Danda is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Danda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danda is 023361. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Danda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danda
As per Census 2011, Danda village has a total population of 2,003 people, consisting of 1,030 males and 973 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,287 literate and 716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 958 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,003 | 1,030 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 958 | 483 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,287 | 732 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 298 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Danda
Danda 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 Danda
Danda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Nahan to Danda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danda 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 Danda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Danda
Where is Danda located?
Danda village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danda?
Danda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danda?
The pincode of Danda is 173025.
What is the population of Danda?
Danda has a total population of 2,003, including 1,030 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Danda?
There are 353 households in Danda.
What is the literacy rate in Danda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda is 64.25%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 57.04%.