Danas - Beerwah, Budgam
Danas is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Beerwah and around 25 km from Budgam. Paharthan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danas is 000478. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.34 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Danas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danas
According to the 2011 Census, Danas village had a total population of 685 people, including 335 males and 350 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.95%, with male literacy at 62.26% and female literacy at 53.67%.
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 | 685 | 335 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 78 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 160 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 175 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Danas
Danas 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 Danas
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Danas. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Danas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Danas is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Danas is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danas 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 Danas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danas 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 Danas
Where is Danas located?
Danas village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danas?
The Gram Panchayat of Danas is Paharthan.
What is the pincode of Danas?
The pincode of Danas is 193411.
What is the population of Danas?
Danas had a total population of 685, including 335 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Danas?
Danas had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danas was 57.95%. Male literacy was 62.26% and female literacy was 53.67%.