Danipani - Palkot, Gumla
Danipani is a village situated in the Palkot subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palkot and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Dahupani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danipani is 376336. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 835220 pincode. Gumla is the nearest town.
Danipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Danipani
According to the 2011 Census, Danipani village had a total population of 134 people, including 65 males and 69 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.48%, with male literacy at 81.03% and female literacy at 43.75%. 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 | 134 | 65 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 47 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 18 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Danipani
Danipani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lotwa | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Kasira | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Gonmer | East | 2.44 km |
| Tetartoli | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Litim | North | 2.85 km |
| Kharpani | West | 3.12 km |
| Kurum | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Rokedega | South | 3.67 km |
| Jaldega | South | 3.72 km |
| Bajra | South-West | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Danipani
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Danipani. The nearest railway station is Pakra, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Danipani is about 36 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 Danipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danipani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Danipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danipani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Danipani
Where is Danipani located?
Danipani village is located in Palkot Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Danipani is Dahupani.
What is the pincode of Danipani?
The pincode of Danipani is 835220.
What is the population of Danipani?
Danipani had a total population of 134, including 65 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Danipani?
Danipani had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danipani was 61.48%. Male literacy was 81.03% and female literacy was 43.75%.