Dandi
Dandi is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Dandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Dandi has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Dandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandi is 552199. The village spans a total geographical area of 109 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401501. Palghar is nearest town to Dandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
As per 2019 stats, Dandi village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Dandi
Population of Dandi
Below is a concise population overview of Dandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,540 | 3,302 | 3,238 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 672 | 343 | 329 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
Literate Population | 5,206 | 2,758 | 2,448 |
Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 544 | 790 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dandi village:
- The total population of Dandi village is around 6,540, including approximately 3,302 males and 3,238 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 672 children aged 0–6 years in Dandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dandi village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 156 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dandi village is about 79.60%, with male literacy at 83.53% and female literacy at 75.60%.
- There are around 1,452 households in Dandi village.
Connectivity of Dandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandi. As per the 2011 stats, Dandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandi
- Where is Dandi located?
- Dandi village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandi?
- Dandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dandi?
- The pincode of Dandi is 401501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandi is 6,540, with 3,302 males and 3,238 females.
- How many households are there in Dandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandi village has a total of 1,452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandi is 79.60%. The male literacy rate is 83.53%, while the female literacy rate is 75.60%.