Dana - Renuka, Sirmaur
Dana is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Dana-ghaton serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dana is 022999. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 173023 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Dana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dana
According to the 2011 Census, Dana village had a total population of 452 people, including 239 males and 213 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.84%, with male literacy at 83.25% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220.
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 | 452 | 239 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 164 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 75 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Dana
Dana 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 Dana
Dana 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Dana is about 72 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 Dana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dana 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 Dana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dana 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 Dana
Where is Dana located?
Dana village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dana is Dana-ghaton.
What is the pincode of Dana?
The pincode of Dana is 173023.
What is the population of Dana?
Dana had a total population of 452, including 239 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Dana?
Dana had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dana was 80.84%. Male literacy was 83.25% and female literacy was 78.26%.