Dangdehra - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Dangdehra is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from Dera Bassi and around 47 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Dangdehra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangdehra is 039250. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Dangdehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangdehra
As per Census 2011, Dangdehra village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 232 males and 223 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangdehra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 232 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 171 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 61 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Dangdehra
Dangdehra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dangdehra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dangdehra. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dangdehra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Dangdehra is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangdehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangdehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dangdehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangdehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dangdehra
Where is Dangdehra located?
Dangdehra village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangdehra?
Dangdehra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangdehra?
The pincode of Dangdehra is 140501.
What is the population of Dangdehra?
Dangdehra has a total population of 455, including 232 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Dangdehra?
There are 84 households in Dangdehra.
What is the literacy rate in Dangdehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangdehra is 71.65%. Male literacy is 73.71% and female literacy is 69.51%.