Dandar Kalan - Panki, Palamu
Dandar Kalan is a village situated in the Panki subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Dandar Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandar Kalan is 366281. The village covers a total geographical area of 808 hectares and falls under the 822122 pincode.
Dandar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dandar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Dandar Kalan village has a total population of 5,041 people, consisting of 2,626 males and 2,415 females. The village has 914 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 894 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,398 literate and 2,643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandar Kalan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 2,398 | 1,478 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,643 | 1,148 | 1,495 |
Nearby Villages of Dandar Kalan
Dandar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dandar Khurd | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Naugarh | North | 1.99 km |
| Manran | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Basdiha | South | 2.18 km |
| Nima Chak | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Dhub | East | 2.66 km |
| Pakariya | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Tetrain | West | 2.83 km |
| Pathra Kalan | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Bela | South-West | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandar Kalan
Dandar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Keckhi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Dandar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandar Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dandar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandar Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dandar Kalan
Where is Dandar Kalan located?
Dandar Kalan village is located in Panki Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandar Kalan?
Dandar Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandar Kalan?
The pincode of Dandar Kalan is 822122.
What is the population of Dandar Kalan?
Dandar Kalan has a total population of 5,041, including 2,626 males and 2,415 females.
How many households are there in Dandar Kalan?
There are 914 households in Dandar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Dandar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandar Kalan is 47.57%. Male literacy is 56.28% and female literacy is 38.10%.