Dandalgaon - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Dandalgaon is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Dandalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dandalgaon is 040368. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.95 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dandalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dandalgaon
As per Census 2011, Dandalgaon village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 131 males and 147 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dandalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 131 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 108 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 23 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Dandalgaon
Dandalgaon 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 Dandalgaon
Dandalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dandalgaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dandalgaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dandalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dandalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dandalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dandalgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dandalgaon
Where is Dandalgaon located?
Dandalgaon village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dandalgaon?
Dandalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dandalgaon?
The pincode of Dandalgaon is 249141.
What is the population of Dandalgaon?
Dandalgaon has a total population of 278, including 131 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Dandalgaon?
There are 64 households in Dandalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dandalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dandalgaon is 64.03%. Male literacy is 82.44% and female literacy is 47.62%.