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
According to the 2011 Census, Danda village had a total population of 2,003 people, including 1,030 males and 973 females, living in 353 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 81.70% and female literacy at 65.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 958, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,003, including 1,030 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Danda?
Danda had 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda was 73.58%. Male literacy was 81.70% and female literacy was 65.06%.