Damyana - Theog, Shimla
Damyana is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Damyana Bagain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damyana is 025309. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.88 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Damyana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Damyana
According to the 2011 Census, Damyana village had a total population of 223 people, including 111 males and 112 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.57%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 58.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 223 | 111 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 84 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 27 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Damyana
Damyana 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 Damyana
Public transport in the Damyana 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 Damyana is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damyana 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 Damyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damyana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Damyana
Where is Damyana located?
Damyana village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Damyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Damyana is Damyana Bagain.
What is the pincode of Damyana?
The pincode of Damyana is 171201.
What is the population of Damyana?
Damyana had a total population of 223, including 111 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Damyana?
Damyana had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damyana was 71.57%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 58.76%.