Danga - Mandal, Jammu
Danga is a village situated in the Mandal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Jammu and around 18 km from Jammu. Sum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danga is 005913. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.2 hectares and falls under the 180003 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Danga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danga
According to the 2011 Census, Danga village had a total population of 255 people, including 136 males and 119 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.13%, with male literacy at 84.43% and female literacy at 68.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 255 | 136 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 87 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 103 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 33 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Danga
Danga 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 Danga
Danga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Danga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Danga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Danga is about 18 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 Danga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danga 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 Danga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Danga
Where is Danga located?
Danga village is located in Mandal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danga?
The Gram Panchayat of Danga is Sum.
What is the pincode of Danga?
The pincode of Danga is 180003.
What is the population of Danga?
Danga had a total population of 255, including 136 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Danga?
Danga had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danga was 77.13%. Male literacy was 84.43% and female literacy was 68.32%.