Dawan
About Dawan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dawan village is 020425. Dawan village is located in Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Darlaghat. Darlaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Dawan village. As per 2009 stats, Dhundhan is the gram panchayat of Dawan village.
The total geographical area of village is 24.69 hectares. Dawan has a total population of 159 peoples, out of which male population is 86 while female population is 73. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 848 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dawan village is 67.92% out of which 74.42% males and 60.27% females are literate. There are about 25 houses in dawan village. Pincode of dawan village locality is 171102.
When it comes to administration, Dawan 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, Dawan village comes under Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Arki is nearest town to dawan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dawan
The population details of Dawan 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 | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 108 | 64 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Connectivity of Dawan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dawan
Where is Dawan located?
Dawan village is situated in Darlaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dawan is Dhundhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dawan?
The pincode of Dawan is 171102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dawan is 159, with 86 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Dawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dawan village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dawan is 67.92%. The male literacy rate is 74.42%, while the female literacy rate is 60.27%.