Dansara
Dansara is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Dansara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dansara unique in its vibrant Devprayag-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Dansara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dansara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dansara is 043132. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249300. Devprayag is nearest town to Dansara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dansara 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dansara
Population of Dansara
According to the 2011 Census, Dansara has a total population of about 359, with approximately 173 males and 186 females. The sex ratio is around 1075 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.76%, with male literacy at about 65.90% and female literacy near 42.47%. There are around 91 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dansara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 193 | 114 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 59 | 107 |
Connectivity of Dansara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dansara. As per the 2011 stats, Dansara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dansara
Knowing the nearby villages of Dansara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dansara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dansara
- Where is Dansara located?
- Dansara village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dansara?
- Dansara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dansara?
- The pincode of Dansara is 249300, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dansara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dansara is 359, with 173 males and 186 females.
- How many households are there in Dansara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dansara village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dansara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dansara is 53.76%. The male literacy rate is 65.90%, while the female literacy rate is 42.47%.