Danda Gaon - Mori, Uttarkashi
Danda Gaon is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Ramalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Danda Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danda Gaon is 040264. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.12 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Danda Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Danda Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Danda Gaon village had a total population of 158 people, including 80 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 54.41%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 17 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Danda Gaon
Danda Gaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Danda Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Danda Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Danda Gaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Danda Gaon is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danda Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danda Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Danda Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danda Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Danda Gaon
Where is Danda Gaon located?
Danda Gaon village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Danda Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Danda Gaon is Ramalgaon.
What is the pincode of Danda Gaon?
The pincode of Danda Gaon is 249185.
What is the population of Danda Gaon?
Danda Gaon had a total population of 158, including 80 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Danda Gaon?
Danda Gaon had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danda Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danda Gaon was 74.63%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 54.41%.