Devali Dhar - Kumarsain, Shimla
Devali Dhar is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 106 km from Shimla. Bhareri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devali Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devali Dhar is 023808. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.77 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Devali Dhar 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 Devali Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Devali Dhar village had a total population of 79 people, including 39 males and 40 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 61.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 4 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Devali Dhar
Devali Dhar 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 Devali Dhar
Devali Dhar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Devali Dhar is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devali Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devali Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Devali Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devali Dhar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devali Dhar
Where is Devali Dhar located?
Devali Dhar village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devali Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Devali Dhar is Bhareri.
What is the pincode of Devali Dhar?
The pincode of Devali Dhar is 172029.
What is the population of Devali Dhar?
Devali Dhar had a total population of 79, including 39 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Devali Dhar?
Devali Dhar had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devali Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devali Dhar was 80.00%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 61.76%.