Dishti - Dhami, Shimla
Dishti is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from Shimla. Chalahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dishti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dishti is 024030. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dishti 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 Dishti
As per Census 2011, Dishti village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 88 males and 91 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dishti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 88 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Dishti
Dishti 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 Dishti
Dishti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dishti is about 34 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 Dishti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dishti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dishti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dishti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dishti
Where is Dishti located?
Dishti village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dishti?
The Gram Panchayat of Dishti is Chalahal.
What is the pincode of Dishti?
The pincode of Dishti is 171103.
What is the population of Dishti?
Dishti has a total population of 179, including 88 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Dishti?
There are 31 households in Dishti.
What is the literacy rate in Dishti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dishti is 80.45%. Male literacy is 82.95% and female literacy is 78.02%.