Dand

Dand is a village located in Shahapur tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Shahapur (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Mokhavane is the gram panchayat of Dand village.

Dand 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 Dand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dand is 552753. The village spans a total geographical area of 1000 hectares. Igatpuri is nearest town to Dand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Dand

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 165 80 85
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 16 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 165 80 85
Literate Population 77 43 34
Illiterate Population 88 37 51

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

  • The total population of Dand village is around 165, including approximately 80 males and 85 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Dand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dand village has 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dand village is about 46.67%, with male literacy at 53.75% and female literacy at 40.00%.
  • There are around 35 households in Dand village.

Connectivity of Dand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dand. As per the 2011 stats, Dand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dand

Knowing the nearby villages of Dand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dand.

Shirol Mokhavane Mal Vihigaon Kasara Kh Umbravane Fugale Vashala Bk Vashala Kh Veluk Jarandi

Frequently Asked Questions about Dand

Where is Dand located?
Dand village is situated in Shahapur Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dand?
The Gram Panchayat of Dand is Mokhavane (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dand is 165, with 80 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Dand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dand village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dand is 46.67%. The male literacy rate is 53.75%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.