Dehru - Alampur, Kangra
Dehru is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Jagroopnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehru is 011351. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.37 hectares and falls under the 176082 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Dehru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehru
As per Census 2011, Dehru village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 88 males and 133 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,511 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dehru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 88 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 74 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 14 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dehru
Dehru 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 Dehru
Dehru 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 Dharmsala to Dehru is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dehru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dehru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dehru
Where is Dehru located?
Dehru village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehru?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehru is Jagroopnagar.
What is the pincode of Dehru?
The pincode of Dehru is 176082.
What is the population of Dehru?
Dehru has a total population of 221, including 88 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Dehru?
There are 59 households in Dehru.
What is the literacy rate in Dehru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehru is 77.38%. Male literacy is 84.09% and female literacy is 72.93%.