Dewni
Dewni is a village 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.
Dewni has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dewni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewni is 023183. The village spans a total geographical area of 496 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173030. Nahan is nearest town to Dewni village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dewni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dewni
Population of Dewni
Below is a concise population overview of Dewni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dewni village:
- The total population of Dewni village is around 1,681, including approximately 863 males and 818 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 245 children aged 0–6 years in Dewni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dewni village has 250 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 221 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dewni village is about 64.01%, with male literacy at 72.89% and female literacy at 54.65%.
- There are around 327 households in Dewni village.
Connectivity of Dewni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewni. As per the 2011 stats, Dewni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dewni
Knowing the nearby villages of Dewni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewni.
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%.