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.

Dantan has its own place in the vibrant Rajgarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Dantan

Below is a concise population overview of Dantan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dantan village:

  • The total population of Dantan village is around 122, including approximately 59 males and 63 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Dantan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dantan village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dantan village is about 52.46%, with male literacy at 64.41% and female literacy at 41.27%.
  • There are around 25 households in Dantan village.

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.

Ganeshganj Ramganj Brahmangaon Harigarh Lakhesra Peepalya Kulmi Devigarh Narayanpura Jharanya Anandpura Dungri

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%.