Deot - Multhan, Kangra
Deot is a village situated in the Multhan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Multhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deot is 012114. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.79 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Deot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deot
According to the 2011 Census, Deot village had a total population of 489 people, including 259 males and 230 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.35%, with male literacy at 85.15% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374.
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 | 489 | 259 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 197 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 195 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 64 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Deot
Deot 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 Deot
Deot 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 Deot is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deot 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 Deot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deot
Where is Deot located?
Deot village is located in Multhan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deot?
The Gram Panchayat of Deot is Multhan.
What is the pincode of Deot?
The pincode of Deot is 175013.
What is the population of Deot?
Deot had a total population of 489, including 259 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Deot?
Deot had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deot was 70.35%. Male literacy was 85.15% and female literacy was 53.06%.