Dehgran - Churah, Chamba
Dehgran is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 98 km from Chamba. Dehgran village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehgran is 006835. The village covers a total geographical area of 322 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Dehgran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehgran
As per Census 2011, Dehgran village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 509 males and 494 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehgran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 509 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 281 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 228 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Dehgran
Dehgran 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 Dehgran
Dehgran 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 Chamba to Dehgran is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehgran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehgran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dehgran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehgran 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 Dehgran
Where is Dehgran located?
Dehgran village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehgran?
Dehgran is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehgran?
The pincode of Dehgran is 176316.
What is the population of Dehgran?
Dehgran has a total population of 1,003, including 509 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Dehgran?
There are 163 households in Dehgran.
What is the literacy rate in Dehgran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehgran is 43.47%. Male literacy is 55.21% and female literacy is 31.38%.