D.P.F Melthi - Rohru, Shimla
D.P.F Melthi is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Katlah serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F Melthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F Melthi is 026529. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.54 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
D.P.F Melthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F Melthi
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F Melthi village had a total population of 148 people, including 74 males and 74 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.99%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 64.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F Melthi
D.P.F Melthi 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 Melthi
D.P.F Melthi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Melthi is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F Melthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F Melthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in D.P.F Melthi
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 Melthi 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 Melthi
Where is D.P.F Melthi located?
D.P.F Melthi village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F Melthi?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F Melthi is Katlah.
What is the pincode of D.P.F Melthi?
The pincode of D.P.F Melthi is 171207.
What is the population of D.P.F Melthi?
D.P.F Melthi had a total population of 148, including 74 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F Melthi?
D.P.F Melthi had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F Melthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F Melthi was 70.99%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 64.62%.