Devna - Renuka, Sirmaur
Devna is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ganog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devna is 023002. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 173023 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Devna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Devna village had a total population of 134 people, including 73 males and 61 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.56%, with male literacy at 79.03% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Devna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 72 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 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devna
Where is Devna located?
Devna village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devna?
The Gram Panchayat of Devna is Ganog.
What is the pincode of Devna?
The pincode of Devna is 173023.
What is the population of Devna?
Devna had a total population of 134, including 73 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Devna?
Devna had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devna was 74.56%. Male literacy was 79.03% and female literacy was 69.23%.