Devra - Arki, Solan
Devra is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dewra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devra is 020253. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Devra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devra
According to the 2011 Census, Devra village had a total population of 214 people, including 97 males and 117 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,206 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.44%, with male literacy at 96.15% and female literacy at 93.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 214 | 97 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 75 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 22 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Devra
Devra 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 Devra
Public transport in the Devra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Devra is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Devra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devra
Where is Devra located?
Devra village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devra?
The Gram Panchayat of Devra is Dewra.
What is the pincode of Devra?
The pincode of Devra is 173208.
What is the population of Devra?
Devra had a total population of 214, including 97 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Devra?
Devra had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devra was 94.44%. Male literacy was 96.15% and female literacy was 93.14%.