Devla Chhamb - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Devla Chhamb is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Harnora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devla Chhamb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devla Chhamb is 019737. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.26 hectares and falls under the 174036 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Devla Chhamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devla Chhamb
According to the 2011 Census, Devla Chhamb village had a total population of 431 people, including 234 males and 197 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.84%, with male literacy at 87.92% and female literacy at 70.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 431 | 234 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 182 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 52 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Devla Chhamb
Devla Chhamb 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 Devla Chhamb
Devla Chhamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Devla Chhamb is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devla Chhamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devla Chhamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devla Chhamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devla Chhamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devla Chhamb
Where is Devla Chhamb located?
Devla Chhamb village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devla Chhamb?
The Gram Panchayat of Devla Chhamb is Harnora.
What is the pincode of Devla Chhamb?
The pincode of Devla Chhamb is 174036.
What is the population of Devla Chhamb?
Devla Chhamb had a total population of 431, including 234 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Devla Chhamb?
Devla Chhamb had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devla Chhamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devla Chhamb was 79.84%. Male literacy was 87.92% and female literacy was 70.29%.