Dantan
Dantan is a village located in Jirapur tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Jirapur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Gulkhedi is the gram panchayat of Dantan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dantan unique in its vibrant Jirapur-Rajgarh region. You’ll see Dantan’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 Dantan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantan is 478749. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.27 hectares. Jirapur is nearest town to Dantan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Dantan
Population of Dantan
According to the 2011 Census, Dantan has a total population of about 122, with approximately 59 males and 63 females. The sex ratio is around 1067 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 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 52.46%, with male literacy at about 64.41% and female literacy near 41.27%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dantan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Connectivity of Dantan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantan. As per the 2011 stats, Dantan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantan
- Where is Dantan located?
- Dantan village is situated in Jirapur Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dantan is Gulkhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dantan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantan is 122, with 59 males and 63 females.
- How many households are there in Dantan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantan village has a total of 25 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantan is 52.46%. The male literacy rate is 64.41%, while the female literacy rate is 41.27%.