Deola - Sunni, Shimla
Deola is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Deola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deola is 024216. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 171007 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Deola 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 Deola
According to the 2011 Census, Deola village had a total population of 197 people, including 103 males and 94 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.46%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 72.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 85 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 18 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Deola
Deola 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 Deola
Deola 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 Deola is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deola
Where is Deola located?
Deola village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deola?
Deola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deola?
The pincode of Deola is 171007.
What is the population of Deola?
Deola had a total population of 197, including 103 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Deola?
Deola had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deola was 81.46%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 72.29%.