Danour
Danour is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Danour village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Danour unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Danour’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 Danour
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Danour is 027640. The village spans a total geographical area of 133 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Danour village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Danour
Population of Danour
According to the 2011 Census, Danour has a total population of about 883, with approximately 456 males and 427 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 322 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 72.93%, with male literacy at about 78.29% and female literacy near 67.21%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Danour's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 456 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 175 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 644 | 357 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 99 | 140 |
Connectivity of Danour
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Danour. As per the 2011 stats, Danour 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Danour
Knowing the nearby villages of Danour helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Danour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Danour
- Where is Danour located?
- Danour village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Danour?
- Danour serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Danour?
- The pincode of Danour is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Danour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Danour is 883, with 456 males and 427 females.
- How many households are there in Danour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Danour village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Danour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Danour is 72.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.29%, while the female literacy rate is 67.21%.