Delana - Roorkee, Haridwar
Delana is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Roorkee and around 43 km from Hardwar. Delna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Delana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delana is 056480. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.38 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Delana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Delana
As per Census 2011, Delana village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 1,050 males and 901 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,269 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Delana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 1,050 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 126 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 424 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 1,269 | 770 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 280 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Delana
Delana 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 Delana
Delana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Delana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Delana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Delana is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Delana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Delana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delana 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Delana
Where is Delana located?
Delana village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Delana?
The Gram Panchayat of Delana is Delna.
What is the pincode of Delana?
The pincode of Delana is 247667.
What is the population of Delana?
Delana has a total population of 1,951, including 1,050 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Delana?
There are 340 households in Delana.
What is the literacy rate in Delana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delana is 65.04%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 55.38%.