Deodi - Chirgaon, Shimla
Deodi is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Diudi Myla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deodi is 026660. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.57 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Deodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Deodi
According to the 2011 Census, Deodi village had a total population of 336 people, including 179 males and 157 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.82%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 58.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 336 | 179 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 117 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 62 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Deodi
Deodi 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 Deodi
Deodi 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 Shimla to Deodi is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deodi
Where is Deodi located?
Deodi village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Deodi is Diudi Myla.
What is the pincode of Deodi?
The pincode of Deodi is 171208.
What is the population of Deodi?
Deodi had a total population of 336, including 179 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Deodi?
Deodi had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deodi was 67.82%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 58.09%.