Devthal - Narag, Sirmaur
Devthal is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 74 km from Nahan. Kotla Panjola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devthal is 022822. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Devthal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devthal
According to the 2011 Census, Devthal village had a total population of 324 people, including 164 males and 160 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.48%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 77.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299.
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 | 324 | 164 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 150 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 126 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 38 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Devthal
Devthal 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 Devthal
Devthal 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 Nahan to Devthal is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devthal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devthal
Where is Devthal located?
Devthal village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Devthal is Kotla Panjola.
What is the pincode of Devthal?
The pincode of Devthal is 173024.
What is the population of Devthal?
Devthal had a total population of 324, including 164 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Devthal?
Devthal had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devthal was 84.48%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 77.70%.