Dadal - Arki, Solan
Dadal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhumti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadal is 020164. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dadal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadal
As per Census 2011, Dadal village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 252 males and 279 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 252 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 21 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 219 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 33 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Dadal
Dadal 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 Dadal
Dadal 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 Solan to Dadal 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 Dadal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dadal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadal
Where is Dadal located?
Dadal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadal is Bhumti.
What is the pincode of Dadal?
The pincode of Dadal is 173221.
What is the population of Dadal?
Dadal has a total population of 531, including 252 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Dadal?
There are 98 households in Dadal.
What is the literacy rate in Dadal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadal is 77.02%. Male literacy is 86.90% and female literacy is 68.10%.