Dangayar - Parwanoo, Solan
Dangayar is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Solan. Taksal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangayar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangayar is 021543. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.64 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Parwanoo is the nearest town.
Dangayar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangayar
As per Census 2011, Dangayar village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 906 males and 301 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 332 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangayar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 906 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 103 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 589 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 317 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Dangayar
Dangayar 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 Dangayar
Dangayar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dangayar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Dangayar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangayar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangayar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dangayar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangayar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangayar
Where is Dangayar located?
Dangayar village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangayar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangayar is Taksal.
What is the pincode of Dangayar?
The pincode of Dangayar is 173220.
What is the population of Dangayar?
Dangayar has a total population of 1,207, including 906 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Dangayar?
There are 323 households in Dangayar.
What is the literacy rate in Dangayar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangayar is 63.55%. Male literacy is 65.01% and female literacy is 59.14%.