Dauchi - Nerwa, Shimla
Dauchi is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 144 km from Shimla. Deiya Dochi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dauchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dauchi is 025795. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Dauchi 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 Dauchi
As per Census 2011, Dauchi village has a total population of 93 people, consisting of 46 males and 47 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dauchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dauchi
Dauchi 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 Dauchi
Dauchi 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 Dauchi is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dauchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dauchi 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 Dauchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dauchi 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 Dauchi
Where is Dauchi located?
Dauchi village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dauchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dauchi is Deiya Dochi.
What is the pincode of Dauchi?
The pincode of Dauchi is 171210.
What is the population of Dauchi?
Dauchi has a total population of 93, including 46 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Dauchi?
There are 25 households in Dauchi.
What is the literacy rate in Dauchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dauchi is 78.49%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 72.34%.