Delath - Nankhari, Shimla
Delath is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Delath village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delath is 023704. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 172028 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Delath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Delath
According to the 2011 Census, Delath village had a total population of 273 people, including 146 males and 127 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.92%, with male literacy at 84.89% and female literacy at 57.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164.
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 | 273 | 146 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 118 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 28 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Delath
Delath 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 Delath
Delath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rampur to Delath is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimla to Delath is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Delath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Delath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Delath
Where is Delath located?
Delath village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Delath?
Delath is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Delath?
The pincode of Delath is 172028.
What is the population of Delath?
Delath had a total population of 273, including 146 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Delath?
Delath had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Delath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delath was 71.92%. Male literacy was 84.89% and female literacy was 57.02%.