Dansara - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dansara is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 74 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dansara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dansara is 043132. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.64 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dansara 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 Dansara
According to the 2011 Census, Dansara village had a total population of 359 people, including 173 males and 186 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 48.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 114 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 59 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Dansara
Dansara 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 Dansara
Dansara 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 Dansara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dansara is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dansara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dansara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dansara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dansara 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 Dansara
Where is Dansara located?
Dansara village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dansara?
Dansara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dansara?
The pincode of Dansara is 249161.
What is the population of Dansara?
Dansara had a total population of 359, including 173 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Dansara?
Dansara had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dansara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dansara was 63.91%. Male literacy was 81.43% and female literacy was 48.77%.