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
According to the 2011 Census, Dangdehra village had a total population of 455 people, including 232 males and 223 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.30%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 75.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 232 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 455, including 232 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Dangdehra?
Dangdehra had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangdehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangdehra was 80.30%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 75.61%.