Dewni - Nahan, Sirmaur
Dewni is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Devni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewni is 023183. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 173030 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Dewni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewni
As per Census 2011, Dewni village has a total population of 1,681 people, consisting of 863 males and 818 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,076 literate and 605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 221 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 863 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 124 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 629 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 234 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Dewni
Dewni 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 Dewni
Dewni 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 | 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 Nahan to Dewni is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewni
Where is Dewni located?
Dewni village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewni is Devni.
What is the pincode of Dewni?
The pincode of Dewni is 173030.
What is the population of Dewni?
Dewni has a total population of 1,681, including 863 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Dewni?
There are 327 households in Dewni.
What is the literacy rate in Dewni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewni is 64.01%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 54.65%.