Dehru
Dehru is a village located in Dhira tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 63km away from district headquarter Dhira. Dhira is the sub-district headquarter of Dehru village. As per 2009 stats, Kahanpat is the gram panchayat of Dehru village.
Here you can discover what makes Dehru unique in its vibrant Dhira-Kangra region. You’ll see Dehru’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 Dehru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dehru is 011164. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176101. Palampur is nearest town to Dehru village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dehru
Population of Dehru
According to the 2011 Census, Dehru has a total population of about 169, with approximately 87 males and 82 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 19 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 54 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 72.19%, with male literacy at about 77.01% and female literacy near 67.07%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dehru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Connectivity of Dehru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dehru. As per the 2011 stats, Dehru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dehru
Knowing the nearby villages of Dehru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dehru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dehru
- Where is Dehru located?
- Dehru village is situated in Dhira Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dehru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dehru is Kahanpat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dehru?
- The pincode of Dehru is 176101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dehru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dehru is 169, with 87 males and 82 females.
- How many households are there in Dehru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dehru village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dehru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dehru is 72.19%. The male literacy rate is 77.01%, while the female literacy rate is 67.07%.