Duno - Kandaghat, Solan
Duno is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Sakori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duno village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duno is 022444. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 173217 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Duno village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duno
According to the 2011 Census, Duno village had a total population of 160 people, including 82 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 71.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Duno
Duno 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 Duno
Duno 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 Duno is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duno
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duno 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 Duno
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duno village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Duno
Where is Duno located?
Duno village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duno?
The Gram Panchayat of Duno is Sakori.
What is the pincode of Duno?
The pincode of Duno is 173217.
What is the population of Duno?
Duno had a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Duno?
Duno had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duno?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duno was 78.57%. Male literacy was 85.14% and female literacy was 71.21%.