Dandgund
Dandgund is a village located in Chitapur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Chitapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Alolli is the gram panchayat of Dandgund village.
Here you can discover what makes Dandgund unique in its vibrant Chitapur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Dandgund’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 Dandgund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandgund is 620692. The village spans a total geographical area of 690.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585211. Wadi is nearest town to Dandgund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dandgund village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chittapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dandgund
Population of Dandgund
According to the 2011 Census, Dandgund has a total population of about 2,118, with approximately 1,024 males and 1,094 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 115 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.90%, with male literacy at about 30.76% and female literacy near 15.54%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandgund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,118 | 1,024 | 1,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 232 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 485 | 315 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,633 | 709 | 924 |
Connectivity of Dandgund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandgund. As per the 2011 stats, Dandgund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandgund
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandgund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandgund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandgund
- Where is Dandgund located?
- Dandgund village is situated in Chitapur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandgund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dandgund is Alolli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dandgund?
- The pincode of Dandgund is 585211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandgund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandgund is 2,118, with 1,024 males and 1,094 females.
- How many households are there in Dandgund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandgund village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandgund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandgund is 22.90%. The male literacy rate is 30.76%, while the female literacy rate is 15.54%.