Dandar Kalan
Dandar Kalan is a village located in Panki subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. Palamu and Panki are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dandar Kalan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dandar Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dandar Kalan unique in its vibrant Panki-Palamu region. You’ll see Dandar Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dandar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandar Kalan is 366281. The village spans a total geographical area of 808 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822118. Panki is nearest town to Dandar Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dandar Kalan
Population of Dandar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dandar Kalan has a total population of about 5,041, with approximately 2,626 males and 2,415 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 894 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,332 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.57%, with male literacy at about 56.28% and female literacy near 38.10%. There are around 914 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandar Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,041 | 2,626 | 2,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 894 | 477 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,332 | 674 | 658 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,398 | 1,478 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,643 | 1,148 | 1,495 |
Connectivity of Dandar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dandar Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandar Kalan
- Where is Dandar Kalan located?
- Dandar Kalan village is situated in Panki Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandar Kalan?
- Dandar Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dandar Kalan?
- The pincode of Dandar Kalan is 822118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandar Kalan is 5,041, with 2,626 males and 2,415 females.
- How many households are there in Dandar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandar Kalan village has a total of 914 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandar Kalan is 47.57%. The male literacy rate is 56.28%, while the female literacy rate is 38.10%.