Dana
About Dana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dana village is 022999. Dana village is located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Dana village. As per 2009 stats, Dana Ghaton is the gram panchayat of Dana village.
The total geographical area of village is 266 hectares. Dana has a total population of 452 peoples, out of which male population is 239 while female population is 213. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 891 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dana village is 68.14% out of which 68.62% males and 67.61% females are literate. There are about 68 houses in dana village. Pincode of dana village locality is 173023.
When it comes to administration, Dana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dana village comes under Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to dana village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dana
The population details of Dana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 239 | 213 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 308 | 164 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 75 | 69 |
Connectivity of Dana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dana
Where is Dana located?
Dana village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dana is Dana Ghaton (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dana?
The pincode of Dana is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dana is 452, with 239 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Dana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dana village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dana is 68.14%. The male literacy rate is 68.62%, while the female literacy rate is 67.61%.