Devathi - Theog, Shimla
Devathi is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bagain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devathi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devathi is 025313. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.19 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Devathi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Devathi
According to the 2011 Census, Devathi village had a total population of 171 people, including 80 males and 91 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.34%, with male literacy at 86.30% and female literacy at 63.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 171 | 80 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 63 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 17 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Devathi
Devathi 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 Devathi
Devathi 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 | 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 Devathi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devathi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devathi 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 Devathi
Where is Devathi located?
Devathi village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devathi?
The Gram Panchayat of Devathi is Bagain.
What is the pincode of Devathi?
The pincode of Devathi is 171201.
What is the population of Devathi?
Devathi had a total population of 171, including 80 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Devathi?
Devathi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devathi was 74.34%. Male literacy was 86.30% and female literacy was 63.29%.