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
As per Census 2011, D.P.F Sheel village has a total population of 59 people, consisting of 31 males and 28 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 13 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for D.P.F Sheel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 59, including 31 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F Sheel?
There are 14 households in D.P.F Sheel.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F Sheel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F Sheel is 77.97%. Male literacy is 87.10% and female literacy is 67.86%.