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
As per Census 2011, D.P.F Shalan village has a total population of 42 people, consisting of 21 males and 21 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for D.P.F Shalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F Shalan?
There are 11 households in D.P.F Shalan.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F Shalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F Shalan is 69.05%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 57.14%.