Devgah

Devgah is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 53km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Devgah village. As per 2009 stats, Salooni is the gram panchayat of Devgah village.

Here you can discover what makes Devgah unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Devgah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Devgah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devgah is 007232. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Devgah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

When it comes to local governance, Devgah village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Devgah

According to the 2011 Census, Devgah has a total population of about 367, with approximately 187 males and 180 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.12%, with male literacy at about 79.14% and female literacy near 56.67%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devgah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 367 187 180
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 19 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 55 28 27
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 250 148 102
Illiterate Population 117 39 78

Connectivity of Devgah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devgah. As per the 2011 stats, Devgah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Devgah

Knowing the nearby villages of Devgah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devgah.

Frequently Asked Questions about Devgah

Where is Devgah located?
Devgah village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgah?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgah is Salooni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Devgah?
The pincode of Devgah is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Devgah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devgah is 367, with 187 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Devgah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Devgah village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devgah is 68.12%. The male literacy rate is 79.14%, while the female literacy rate is 56.67%.