Dehru - Baroh, Kangra
Dehru is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehru is 010143. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.44 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Dehru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehru
According to the 2011 Census, Dehru village had a total population of 52 people, including 21 males and 31 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,476 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.67%.
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 | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
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 shared van 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 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dehru
Where is Dehru located?
Dehru village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dehru?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehru is Kandi.
What is the pincode of Dehru?
The pincode of Dehru is 176054.
What is the population of Dehru?
Dehru had a total population of 52, including 21 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Dehru?
Dehru had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehru was 85.71%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.67%.