Dayala - Sunni, Shimla
Dayala is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Ghaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dayala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dayala is 024095. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.19 hectares and falls under the 171007 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Dayala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dayala
As per Census 2011, Dayala village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 78 males and 65 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dayala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 63 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Dayala
Dayala 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 Dayala
Public transport in the Dayala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dayala is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dayala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dayala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dayala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dayala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dayala
Where is Dayala located?
Dayala village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dayala?
The Gram Panchayat of Dayala is Ghaini.
What is the pincode of Dayala?
The pincode of Dayala is 171007.
What is the population of Dayala?
Dayala has a total population of 143, including 78 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Dayala?
There are 22 households in Dayala.
What is the literacy rate in Dayala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dayala is 74.83%. Male literacy is 80.77% and female literacy is 67.69%.