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.

Dandagaon 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 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.

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Population of Dandagaon

Below is a concise population overview of Dandagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dandagaon village:

  • The total population of Dandagaon village is around 171, including approximately 87 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Dandagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dandagaon village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dandagaon village is about 50.88%, with male literacy at 64.37% and female literacy at 36.90%.
  • There are around 33 households in Dandagaon village.

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.

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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%.