Deothi - Deha, Shimla
Deothi is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Shimla. Deothi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deothi is 025320. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.65 hectares and falls under the 171226 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Deothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deothi
According to the 2011 Census, Deothi village had a total population of 341 people, including 177 males and 164 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.00%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 341 | 177 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 129 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 48 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Deothi
Deothi 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 Deothi
Public transport in the Deothi is mainly available through shared van 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 Deothi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deothi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deothi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deothi
Where is Deothi located?
Deothi village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deothi?
Deothi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deothi?
The pincode of Deothi is 171226.
What is the population of Deothi?
Deothi had a total population of 341, including 177 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Deothi?
Deothi had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deothi was 79.00%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 75.00%.