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.
Here you can discover what makes Dandian unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dandian’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 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.
Google Map of Dandian
Population of Dandian
According to the 2011 Census, Dandian has a total population of about 658, with approximately 316 males and 342 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 264 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 80.85%, with male literacy at about 82.28% and female literacy near 79.53%. There are around 164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandian's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.