Devna - Nohra, Sirmaur
Devna is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Devna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devna is 022649. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.23 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Devna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devna
As per Census 2011, Devna village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 255 males and 267 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 255 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 23 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 212 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 43 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Devna
Devna 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 Devna
Devna 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Devna is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devna
Where is Devna located?
Devna village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devna?
Devna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devna?
The pincode of Devna is 173104.
What is the population of Devna?
Devna has a total population of 522, including 255 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Devna?
There are 98 households in Devna.
What is the literacy rate in Devna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devna is 74.14%. Male literacy is 83.14% and female literacy is 65.54%.