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
As per Census 2011, Daon village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 86 males and 73 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| 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 has a total population of 159, including 86 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Daon?
There are 25 households in Daon.
What is the literacy rate in Daon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daon is 67.92%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 60.27%.