Dewni
About Dewni
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dewni village is 023183. Dewni village is located in Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from Nahan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dewni village. As per 2009 stats, Devni is the gram panchayat of Dewni village.
The total geographical area of village is 496 hectares. Dewni has a total population of 1,681 peoples, out of which male population is 863 while female population is 818. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dewni village is 64.01% out of which 72.89% males and 54.65% females are literate. There are about 327 houses in dewni village. Pincode of dewni village locality is 173030.
When it comes to administration, Dewni village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dewni village comes under Nahan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to dewni village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Dewni
The population details of Dewni cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,681 | 863 | 818 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 245 | 124 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 629 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 605 | 234 | 371 |
Connectivity of Dewni
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dewni
Where is Dewni located?
Dewni village is situated in Nahan Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewni?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewni is Devni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dewni?
The pincode of Dewni is 173030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewni is 1,681, with 863 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Dewni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewni village has a total of 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewni is 64.01%. The male literacy rate is 72.89%, while the female literacy rate is 54.65%.