Daon - Darlaghat, Solan
Daon is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhundan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daon is 020425. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.69 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Daon 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 Daon
According to the 2011 Census, Daon village had a total population of 159 people, including 86 males and 73 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 64 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Daon
Daon 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 Daon
Public transport in the Daon 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 Daon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daon 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 Daon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Daon
Where is Daon located?
Daon village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daon?
The Gram Panchayat of Daon is Dhundan.
What is the pincode of Daon?
The pincode of Daon is 171102.
What is the population of Daon?
Daon had a total population of 159, including 86 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Daon?
Daon had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daon was 75.00%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 64.71%.