Dandagaon
Dandagaon is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Manjaf is the gram panchayat of Dandagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Dandagaon unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Dandagaon’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 Dandagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dandagaon is 040502. The village spans a total geographical area of 18.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 279193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Dandagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dandagaon 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 Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dandagaon
Population of Dandagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dandagaon has a total population of about 171, with approximately 87 males and 84 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 113 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 50.88%, with male literacy at about 64.37% and female literacy near 36.90%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dandagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 87 | 56 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 31 | 53 |
Connectivity of Dandagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dandagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dandagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dandagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dandagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dandagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dandagaon
- Where is Dandagaon located?
- Dandagaon village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dandagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dandagaon is Manjaf (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dandagaon?
- The pincode of Dandagaon is 279193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dandagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dandagaon is 171, with 87 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Dandagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dandagaon village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dandagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dandagaon is 50.88%. The male literacy rate is 64.37%, while the female literacy rate is 36.90%.