Delmu - Chaupal, Shimla
Delmu is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Thundal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Delmu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delmu is 025477. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.57 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Delmu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Delmu
According to the 2011 Census, Delmu village had a total population of 175 people, including 86 males and 89 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.99%, with male literacy at 94.52% and female literacy at 71.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 175 | 86 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 69 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 17 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Delmu
Delmu 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 Delmu
Delmu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Delmu is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Delmu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delmu 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 Delmu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delmu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Delmu
Where is Delmu located?
Delmu village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Delmu?
The Gram Panchayat of Delmu is Thundal.
What is the pincode of Delmu?
The pincode of Delmu is 171211.
What is the population of Delmu?
Delmu had a total population of 175, including 86 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Delmu?
Delmu had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Delmu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delmu was 82.99%. Male literacy was 94.52% and female literacy was 71.62%.