Danda - Sapotra, Karauli
Danda is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Kherla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danda is 076896. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.7 hectares and falls under the 322219 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Danda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danda
As per Census 2011, Danda village has a total population of 1,582 people, consisting of 831 males and 751 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 683 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 831 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 172 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,127 | 596 | 531 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 498 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 333 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Danda
Danda 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 Danda
Danda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Danda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gangapur to Danda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Danda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Danda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danda
Where is Danda located?
Danda village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danda?
The Gram Panchayat of Danda is Kherla.
What is the pincode of Danda?
The pincode of Danda is 322219.
What is the population of Danda?
Danda has a total population of 1,582, including 831 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Danda?
There are 356 households in Danda.
What is the literacy rate in Danda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda is 43.17%. Male literacy is 59.93% and female literacy is 24.63%.