Devi Dhar

Devi Dhar is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 130km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Devi Dhar village. As per 2009 stats, Saribasa Bp is the gram panchayat of Devi Dhar village.

Devi Dhar has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Devi Dhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devi Dhar is 026582. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171214. Rohru is nearest town to Devi Dhar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Devi Dhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Devi Dhar

Below is a concise population overview of Devi Dhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 342 175 167
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 22 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 117 62 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 206 114 92
Illiterate Population 136 61 75

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Devi Dhar village:

  • The total population of Devi Dhar village is around 342, including approximately 175 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Devi Dhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Devi Dhar village has 117 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Devi Dhar village is about 60.23%, with male literacy at 65.14% and female literacy at 55.09%.
  • There are around 69 households in Devi Dhar village.

Connectivity of Devi Dhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devi Dhar. As per the 2011 stats, Devi Dhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Devi Dhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Devi Dhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devi Dhar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Devi Dhar

Where is Devi Dhar located?
Devi Dhar village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devi Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Devi Dhar is Saribasa Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Devi Dhar?
The pincode of Devi Dhar is 171214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Devi Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devi Dhar is 342, with 175 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Devi Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Devi Dhar village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devi Dhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devi Dhar is 60.23%. The male literacy rate is 65.14%, while the female literacy rate is 55.09%.