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
As per Census 2011, Duno village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 82 males and 78 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duno are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 160, including 82 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Duno?
There are 35 households in Duno.
What is the literacy rate in Duno?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duno is 68.75%. Male literacy is 76.83% and female literacy is 60.26%.