Danda - Poornagiri, Champawat
Danda is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Danda Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danda is 054391. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.13 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Danda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Danda
According to the 2011 Census, Danda village had a total population of 251 people, including 123 males and 128 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 251 | 123 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 80 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 43 | 68 |
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
Public transport in the Danda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Danda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Danda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Danda
Where is Danda located?
Danda village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Danda?
The Gram Panchayat of Danda is Danda Malla.
What is the pincode of Danda?
The pincode of Danda is 262523.
What is the population of Danda?
Danda had a total population of 251, including 123 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Danda?
Danda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda was 71.43%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 57.69%.