D.P.F. Hanstari - Tikar, Shimla
D.P.F. Hanstari is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Hanstari serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Hanstari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Hanstari is 026366. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Hanstari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F. Hanstari
As per Census 2011, D.P.F. Hanstari village has a total population of 146 people, consisting of 75 males and 71 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for D.P.F. Hanstari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 59 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 16 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Hanstari
D.P.F. Hanstari 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 D.P.F. Hanstari
Public transport in the D.P.F. Hanstari 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 D.P.F. Hanstari is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F. Hanstari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Hanstari 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 D.P.F. Hanstari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F. Hanstari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about D.P.F. Hanstari
Where is D.P.F. Hanstari located?
D.P.F. Hanstari village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F. Hanstari?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Hanstari is Hanstari.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Hanstari?
The pincode of D.P.F. Hanstari is 171203.
What is the population of D.P.F. Hanstari?
D.P.F. Hanstari has a total population of 146, including 75 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Hanstari?
There are 39 households in D.P.F. Hanstari.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Hanstari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Hanstari is 65.75%. Male literacy is 78.67% and female literacy is 52.11%.