Dilman - Narag, Sirmaur
Dilman is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Nahan. Dilman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dilman is 022705. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Dilman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Dilman
According to the 2011 Census, Dilman village had a total population of 178 people, including 92 males and 86 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.28%, with male literacy at 93.98% and female literacy at 69.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 78 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 14 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Dilman
Dilman 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 Dilman
Dilman 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 Dilman is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dilman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dilman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dilman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dilman 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dilman
Where is Dilman located?
Dilman village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dilman?
Dilman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dilman?
The pincode of Dilman is 173024.
What is the population of Dilman?
Dilman had a total population of 178, including 92 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Dilman?
Dilman had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dilman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dilman was 82.28%. Male literacy was 93.98% and female literacy was 69.33%.