Dumehar - Theog, Shimla
Dumehar is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Cheog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumehar is 025230. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.69 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Dumehar 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 Dumehar
According to the 2011 Census, Dumehar village had a total population of 497 people, including 256 males and 241 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.01%, with male literacy at 92.48% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 497 | 256 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 58 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 209 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 47 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Dumehar
Dumehar 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 Dumehar
Dumehar 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 Dumehar is about 27 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 Dumehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dumehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dumehar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dumehar
Where is Dumehar located?
Dumehar village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumehar is Cheog.
What is the pincode of Dumehar?
The pincode of Dumehar is 171201.
What is the population of Dumehar?
Dumehar had a total population of 497, including 256 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Dumehar?
Dumehar had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dumehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumehar was 88.01%. Male literacy was 92.48% and female literacy was 83.33%.