D.P.F. Sharontha - Tikar, Shimla
D.P.F. Sharontha is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sharontha serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Sharontha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Sharontha is 026394. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Sharontha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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. Sharontha
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F. Sharontha village had a total population of 23 people, including 12 males and 11 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Sharontha
D.P.F. Sharontha 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. Sharontha
D.P.F. Sharontha 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 D.P.F. Sharontha is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D.P.F. Sharontha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Sharontha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in D.P.F. Sharontha
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. Sharontha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about D.P.F. Sharontha
Where is D.P.F. Sharontha located?
D.P.F. Sharontha village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Sharontha?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Sharontha is Sharontha.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Sharontha?
The pincode of D.P.F. Sharontha is 171203.
What is the population of D.P.F. Sharontha?
D.P.F. Sharontha had a total population of 23, including 12 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Sharontha?
D.P.F. Sharontha had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Sharontha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Sharontha was 85.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.