Delana
Delana is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Delna is the gram panchayat of Delana village.
Delana has its own place in the vibrant Hardwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Delana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Delana is 056480. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247668. Roorkee is nearest town to Delana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Delana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Delana
Population of Delana
Below is a concise population overview of Delana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 1,050 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 126 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 424 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 770 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 280 | 402 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Delana village:
- The total population of Delana village is around 1,951, including approximately 1,050 males and 901 females, with a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Delana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Delana village has 789 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Delana village is about 65.04%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 55.38%.
- There are around 340 households in Delana village.
Connectivity of Delana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Delana. As per the 2011 stats, Delana 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Delana
Knowing the nearby villages of Delana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Delana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Delana
- Where is Delana located?
- Delana village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Delana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Delana is Delna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Delana?
- The pincode of Delana is 247668, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Delana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Delana is 1,951, with 1,050 males and 901 females.
- How many households are there in Delana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Delana village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Delana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Delana is 65.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 55.38%.