Dang - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Dang is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Dantha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dang is 505913. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.38 hectares and falls under the 450114 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Dang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dang
As per Census 2011, Dang village has a total population of 1,173 people, consisting of 613 males and 560 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 603 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 831 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,173 | 613 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 132 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 831 | 435 | 396 |
| Literate Population | 603 | 378 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 235 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Dang
Dang 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 Dang
Dang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Dang is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dang
Where is Dang located?
Dang village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dang?
The Gram Panchayat of Dang is Dantha.
What is the pincode of Dang?
The pincode of Dang is 450114.
What is the population of Dang?
Dang has a total population of 1,173, including 613 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Dang?
There are 233 households in Dang.
What is the literacy rate in Dang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dang is 51.41%. Male literacy is 61.66% and female literacy is 40.18%.