Danya - Bhanoli, Almora
Danya is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Danya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danya is 053654. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.81 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Danya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danya
As per Census 2011, Danya village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 251 males and 264 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 251 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 84 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 193 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 58 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Danya
Danya 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 Danya
Danya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Danya is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Danya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Danya
Where is Danya located?
Danya village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danya?
Danya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danya?
The pincode of Danya is 263622.
What is the population of Danya?
Danya has a total population of 515, including 251 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Danya?
There are 111 households in Danya.
What is the literacy rate in Danya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danya is 70.87%. Male literacy is 76.89% and female literacy is 65.15%.