D.P.F Sheel - Rohru, Shimla
D.P.F Sheel is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sheel serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F Sheel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F Sheel is 026523. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.16 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
D.P.F Sheel 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 Sheel
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F Sheel village had a total population of 59 people, including 31 males and 28 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 70.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F Sheel
D.P.F Sheel 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 Sheel
Public transport in the D.P.F Sheel is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sheel is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F Sheel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F Sheel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in D.P.F Sheel
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 Sheel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about D.P.F Sheel
Where is D.P.F Sheel located?
D.P.F Sheel village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F Sheel?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F Sheel is Sheel.
What is the pincode of D.P.F Sheel?
The pincode of D.P.F Sheel is 171207.
What is the population of D.P.F Sheel?
D.P.F Sheel had a total population of 59, including 31 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F Sheel?
D.P.F Sheel had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F Sheel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F Sheel was 82.14%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 70.37%.