Dimon - Chaupal, Shimla
Dimon is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Saranh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimon is 025542. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.98 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Dimon 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 Dimon
According to the 2011 Census, Dimon village had a total population of 229 people, including 116 males and 113 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 71.56%.
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 | 229 | 116 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 30 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Dimon
Dimon 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 Dimon
Dimon 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dimon 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 Dimon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimon 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 Dimon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dimon
Where is Dimon located?
Dimon village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimon is Saranh.
What is the pincode of Dimon?
The pincode of Dimon is 171211.
What is the population of Dimon?
Dimon had a total population of 229, including 116 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Dimon?
Dimon had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dimon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimon was 77.00%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 71.56%.