Dan
Dan is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Dan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dan unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Dan’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 Dan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dan is 201021. The village spans a total geographical area of 388.78 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Dan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Dan
Population of Dan
According to the 2011 Census, Dan has a total population of about 1,890, with approximately 945 males and 945 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 929 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.94%, with male literacy at about 70.48% and female literacy near 45.40%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,890 | 945 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 929 | 475 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 666 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 279 | 516 |
Connectivity of Dan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dan. As per the 2011 stats, Dan 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dan
- Where is Dan located?
- Dan village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dan?
- Dan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dan is 1,890, with 945 males and 945 females.
- How many households are there in Dan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dan village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dan is 57.94%. The male literacy rate is 70.48%, while the female literacy rate is 45.40%.