Dalhot - Dhami, Shimla
Dalhot is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Shimla. Halog (dhami) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalhot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalhot is 024254. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.43 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dalhot 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalhot
According to the 2011 Census, Dalhot village had a total population of 24 people, including 11 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.45%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 90.91%.
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 | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Dalhot
Dalhot 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 Dalhot
Dalhot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Dalhot has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dalhot is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalhot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalhot 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 Dalhot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalhot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dalhot
Where is Dalhot located?
Dalhot village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalhot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalhot is Halog (dhami).
What is the pincode of Dalhot?
The pincode of Dalhot is 171103.
What is the population of Dalhot?
Dalhot had a total population of 24, including 11 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Dalhot?
Dalhot had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalhot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalhot was 95.45%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 90.91%.