Dewat - Chaupal, Shimla
Dewat is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Devat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewat is 025431. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.99 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Dewat 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 Dewat
According to the 2011 Census, Dewat village had a total population of 189 people, including 86 males and 103 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 62.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 189 | 86 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 66 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 20 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Dewat
Dewat 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 Dewat
Dewat 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 | 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 Dewat is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewat
Where is Dewat located?
Dewat village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewat?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewat is Devat.
What is the pincode of Dewat?
The pincode of Dewat is 171211.
What is the population of Dewat?
Dewat had a total population of 189, including 86 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Dewat?
Dewat had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewat was 75.00%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 62.20%.