Dantal
Dantal is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Dantal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dantal unique in its vibrant Pokaran-Jaisalmer region. You’ll see Dantal’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 Dantal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dantal is 086419. The village spans a total geographical area of 3266.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345025. Pokaran is nearest town to Dantal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Dantal
Population of Dantal
According to the 2011 Census, Dantal has a total population of about 1,716, with approximately 915 males and 801 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 319 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 364. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.48%, with male literacy at about 63.72% and female literacy near 33.21%. There are around 260 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dantal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,716 | 915 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 161 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 193 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 583 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 332 | 535 |
Connectivity of Dantal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dantal. As per the 2011 stats, Dantal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dantal
Knowing the nearby villages of Dantal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dantal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dantal
- Where is Dantal located?
- Dantal village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dantal?
- Dantal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dantal?
- The pincode of Dantal is 345025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dantal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dantal is 1,716, with 915 males and 801 females.
- How many households are there in Dantal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dantal village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dantal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dantal is 49.48%. The male literacy rate is 63.72%, while the female literacy rate is 33.21%.