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.

Dehru has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Dehru

Below is a concise population overview of Dehru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dehru village:

  • The total population of Dehru village is around 169, including approximately 87 males and 82 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Dehru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dehru village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dehru village is about 72.19%, with male literacy at 77.01% and female literacy at 67.07%.
  • There are around 42 households in Dehru village.

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.

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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%.