D.P.F. Ranash - Nerwa, Shimla
D.P.F. Ranash is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Shimla. Paudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Ranash village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Ranash is 025702. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Ranash village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F. Ranash
As per Census 2011, D.P.F. Ranash village has a total population of 94 people, consisting of 45 males and 49 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for D.P.F. Ranash are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Ranash
D.P.F. Ranash 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 D.P.F. Ranash
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the D.P.F. Ranash.
| 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 D.P.F. Ranash is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F. Ranash
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Ranash 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 D.P.F. Ranash
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F. Ranash 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 D.P.F. Ranash
Where is D.P.F. Ranash located?
D.P.F. Ranash village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F. Ranash?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Ranash is Paudia.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Ranash?
The pincode of D.P.F. Ranash is 171210.
What is the population of D.P.F. Ranash?
D.P.F. Ranash has a total population of 94, including 45 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Ranash?
There are 21 households in D.P.F. Ranash.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Ranash?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Ranash is 67.02%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 57.14%.