Danda Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Danda Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kokliyalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danda Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danda Gaon is 044310. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.29 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Danda Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danda Gaon
As per Census 2011, Danda Gaon village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 31 males and 27 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Danda Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Danda Gaon
Danda Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathet | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Dhaula Giri | North | 1.56 km |
| Chiphalti Lagga Gawali Danda | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Gawali Danda | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Nihal Danda | West | 2.22 km |
| Jaintwari | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Dubri | West | 2.54 km |
| Jhoti Urph Koti Lagga Jaintwar | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Dubara | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Mahendra Pur | West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Danda Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Danda Gaon. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.1 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 Dehradun to Danda Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Danda Gaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danda Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danda Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Danda Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danda Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danda Gaon
Where is Danda Gaon located?
Danda Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danda Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Danda Gaon is Kokliyalgaon.
What is the pincode of Danda Gaon?
The pincode of Danda Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Danda Gaon?
Danda Gaon has a total population of 58, including 31 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Danda Gaon?
There are 9 households in Danda Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Danda Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda Gaon is 75.86%. Male literacy is 87.10% and female literacy is 62.96%.