D.P.F. Somvan - Manali, Kullu
D.P.F. Somvan is a village situated in the Manali tehsil of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. Soyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Somvan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Somvan is 012715. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.43 hectares and falls under the 175136 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Somvan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of D.P.F. Somvan
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F. Somvan village had a total population of 49 people, including 26 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.74%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Somvan
D.P.F. Somvan 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 D.P.F. Somvan
D.P.F. Somvan 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 Kullu to D.P.F. Somvan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F. Somvan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Somvan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in D.P.F. Somvan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F. Somvan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about D.P.F. Somvan
Where is D.P.F. Somvan located?
D.P.F. Somvan village is located in Manali Tehsil, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Somvan?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Somvan is Soyal.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Somvan?
The pincode of D.P.F. Somvan is 175136.
What is the population of D.P.F. Somvan?
D.P.F. Somvan had a total population of 49, including 26 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Somvan?
D.P.F. Somvan had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Somvan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Somvan was 71.74%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.