Danara - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Danara is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Danara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danara is 043152. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.97 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Danara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danara
According to the 2011 Census, Danara village had a total population of 428 people, including 205 males and 223 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 88.17% and female literacy at 59.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 428 | 205 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 83 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 149 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 56 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Danara
Danara 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 Danara
Danara 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 Devprayag to Danara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Danara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Danara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Danara
Where is Danara located?
Danara village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Danara?
Danara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Danara?
The pincode of Danara is 249192.
What is the population of Danara?
Danara had a total population of 428, including 205 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Danara?
Danara had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danara was 72.73%. Male literacy was 88.17% and female literacy was 59.28%.