Dassou - Chakrata, Dehradun
Dassou is a village situated in the Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakrata and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Dasau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dassou village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dassou is 044610. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.44 hectares and falls under the 248165 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dassou village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dassou
According to the 2011 Census, Dassou village had a total population of 379 people, including 202 males and 177 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.16%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 53.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 271.
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 | 379 | 202 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 129 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 73 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dassou
Dassou 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 Dassou
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dassou.
| 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 Chakrata to Dassou is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Dassou is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dassou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dassou 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 Dassou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dassou 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 Dassou
Where is Dassou located?
Dassou village is located in Chakrata Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dassou?
The Gram Panchayat of Dassou is Dasau.
What is the pincode of Dassou?
The pincode of Dassou is 248165.
What is the population of Dassou?
Dassou had a total population of 379, including 202 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Dassou?
Dassou had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dassou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dassou was 64.16%. Male literacy was 73.71% and female literacy was 53.50%.