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
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F. Hanstari village had a total population of 146 people, including 75 males and 71 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 85.51% and female literacy at 62.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 146, including 75 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Hanstari?
D.P.F. Hanstari had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Hanstari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Hanstari was 75.00%. Male literacy was 85.51% and female literacy was 62.71%.