Devridhar - Kumarsain, Shimla
Devridhar is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Shimla. Sihal-narkanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devridhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devridhar is 023985. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.09 hectares and falls under the 172027 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Devridhar 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 Devridhar
According to the 2011 Census, Devridhar village had a total population of 169 people, including 94 males and 75 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 798 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.44%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 169 | 94 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 26 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Devridhar
Devridhar 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 Devridhar
Devridhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Devridhar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devridhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devridhar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devridhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devridhar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devridhar
Where is Devridhar located?
Devridhar village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devridhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Devridhar is Sihal-narkanda.
What is the pincode of Devridhar?
The pincode of Devridhar is 172027.
What is the population of Devridhar?
Devridhar had a total population of 169, including 94 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Devridhar?
Devridhar had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devridhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devridhar was 72.44%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 63.38%.