D.P.F Shalan - Rohru, Shimla
D.P.F Shalan is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Karchhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F Shalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F Shalan is 026527. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.36 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
D.P.F Shalan 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 Shalan
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F Shalan village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.50%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F Shalan
D.P.F Shalan 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 Shalan
D.P.F Shalan 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 Shalan is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F Shalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F Shalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in D.P.F Shalan
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 Shalan 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 Shalan
Where is D.P.F Shalan located?
D.P.F Shalan village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F Shalan?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F Shalan is Karchhari.
What is the pincode of D.P.F Shalan?
The pincode of D.P.F Shalan is 171207.
What is the population of D.P.F Shalan?
D.P.F Shalan had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F Shalan?
D.P.F Shalan had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F Shalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F Shalan was 72.50%. Male literacy was 80.95% and female literacy was 63.16%.