Demographics
As of the 2001 India census, Dandeli had a population of 53,287. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Dandeli has an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 65%: male literacy is 81% and female literacy is 68%. In Dandeli, 11% of the population is under six years of age. Kannada is the predominant language spoken, followed by Marathi, Hindi and Konkani.
Dandeli's population was higher in the past but lack of employment has forced people to migrate elsewhere. Jobs pay poorly and traditional businesses are disappearing for lack of customers. The West Coast Paper Mills is one of the largest employers in the town and the primary landowner; the mill has its own quarters, shopping complex, theatre, restaurant, playground and a clubhouse which are meant for the employees. The Company was promoted by Shree Digvijay Cement Company Limited, Sikka, Gujarat State in 1955.
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