Dandian

Dandian is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dandian village is also a gram panchayat.

Dandian has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Dandian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandian is 031776. The village spans a total geographical area of 124 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144406. Garhshankar is nearest town to Dandian village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dandian

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 658 316 342
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 29 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 264 128 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 532 260 272
Illiterate Population 126 56 70

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

  • The total population of Dandian village is around 658, including approximately 316 males and 342 females, with a sex ratio of 1082 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Dandian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dandian village has 264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dandian village is about 80.85%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 79.53%.
  • There are around 164 households in Dandian village.

Connectivity of Dandian

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandian. As per the 2011 stats, Dandian 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 village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dandian

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

Gopalian Sarhala Kalan Gondian Mugo Patti Mahal Badon Ajnoha Nangal Thandal Jalwehra Todarpur Urf Theh Pachrali

Frequently Asked Questions about Dandian

Where is Dandian located?
Dandian village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandian?
Dandian serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dandian?
The pincode of Dandian is 144406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dandian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandian is 658, with 316 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Dandian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dandian village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandian is 80.85%. The male literacy rate is 82.28%, while the female literacy rate is 79.53%.