Dang
Dang is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 2km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Daang is the gram panchayat of Dang village.
Here you can discover what makes Dang unique in its vibrant Bhatwari-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Dang’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 Dang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dang is 040782. The village spans a total geographical area of 36.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Dang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Dang
Population of Dang
According to the 2011 Census, Dang has a total population of about 1,640, with approximately 872 males and 768 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.84%, with male literacy at about 86.81% and female literacy near 69.79%. There are around 370 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,640 | 872 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 99 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 94 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 757 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 115 | 232 |
Connectivity of Dang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dang. As per the 2011 stats, Dang 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 Dang
Knowing the nearby villages of Dang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dang
- Where is Dang located?
- Dang village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dang?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dang is Daang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dang?
- The pincode of Dang is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dang is 1,640, with 872 males and 768 females.
- How many households are there in Dang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dang village has a total of 370 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dang is 78.84%. The male literacy rate is 86.81%, while the female literacy rate is 69.79%.