Dandeli - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dandeli is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 36 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhadoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dandeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandeli is 043190. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.54 hectares and falls under the 249126 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dandeli 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandeli
According to the 2011 Census, Dandeli village had a total population of 153 people, including 69 males and 84 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.53%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, 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 | 153 | 69 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 20 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Dandeli
Dandeli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Silani Gaon | North | 0.77 km |
| Bagwan | North | 1.93 km |
| Dalmi | South | 2.44 km |
| Muli Gaon | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Kyarth | South | 2.58 km |
| Phalasi | North | 2.86 km |
| Gorth | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Raithali | North | 3.06 km |
| Minthi | East | 3.21 km |
| Unana | West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dandeli
Dandeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| 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 Srinagar to Dandeli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dandeli is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dandeli
Where is Dandeli located?
Dandeli village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dandeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dandeli is Bhadoli.
What is the pincode of Dandeli?
The pincode of Dandeli is 249126.
What is the population of Dandeli?
Dandeli had a total population of 153, including 69 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Dandeli?
Dandeli had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dandeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandeli was 69.53%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 55.56%.