Didi - Theog, Shimla
Didi is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Deorighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didi is 025141. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.21 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Didi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didi
According to the 2011 Census, Didi village had a total population of 76 people, including 36 males and 40 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.16%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Didi
Didi 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 Didi
Public transport in the Didi 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Didi is about 34 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 Didi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Didi
Where is Didi located?
Didi village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didi?
The Gram Panchayat of Didi is Deorighat.
What is the pincode of Didi?
The pincode of Didi is 171201.
What is the population of Didi?
Didi had a total population of 76, including 36 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Didi?
Didi had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didi was 81.16%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 70.27%.