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.
Dang has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Dang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dang village:
- The total population of Dang village is around 1,640, including approximately 872 males and 768 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Dang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dang village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dang village is about 78.84%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 69.79%.
- There are around 370 households in Dang village.
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%.