Dasal - Arki, Solan
Dasal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chamyawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dasal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dasal is 020072. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dasal 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 Dasal
According to the 2011 Census, Dasal village had a total population of 67 people, including 32 males and 35 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 84.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dasal
Dasal 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 Dasal
Public transport in the Dasal 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 Dasal is about 61 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 Dasal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dasal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dasal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dasal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dasal
Where is Dasal located?
Dasal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dasal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dasal is Chamyawal.
What is the pincode of Dasal?
The pincode of Dasal is 173208.
What is the population of Dasal?
Dasal had a total population of 67, including 32 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Dasal?
Dasal had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dasal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dasal was 90.00%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 84.85%.