Dang
About Dang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dang village is 040542. Dang village is located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Daang is the gram panchayat of Dang village.
The total geographical area of village is 152.94 hectares. Dang has a total population of 526 peoples, out of which male population is 265 while female population is 261. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 984 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dang village is 76.24% out of which 84.53% males and 67.82% females are literate. There are about 100 houses in dang village. Pincode of dang village locality is 249152.
When it comes to administration, Dang village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dang village comes under Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Uttarkashi is nearest town to dang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
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Population of Dang
The population details of Dang cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 265 | 261 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 401 | 224 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 41 | 84 |
Connectivity of Dang
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dang
Where is Dang located?
Dang village is situated in Dunda 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 249152, 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 526, with 265 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Dang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dang village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dang is 76.24%. The male literacy rate is 84.53%, while the female literacy rate is 67.82%.