Dehan - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Dehan is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Road Jaman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehan is 019511. The village covers a total geographical area of 873.38 hectares and falls under the 174015 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dehan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehan
According to the 2011 Census, Dehan village had a total population of 176 people, including 92 males and 84 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.07%, with male literacy at 85.39% and female literacy at 64.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 3 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 79 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 76 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dehan
Dehan 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 Dehan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dehan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nangal to Dehan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dehan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dehan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dehan
Where is Dehan located?
Dehan village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dehan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehan is Road Jaman.
What is the pincode of Dehan?
The pincode of Dehan is 174015.
What is the population of Dehan?
Dehan had a total population of 176, including 92 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Dehan?
Dehan had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehan was 76.07%. Male literacy was 85.39% and female literacy was 64.86%.