Devthal - Arki, Solan
Devthal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kunhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devthal is 020033. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.01 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki 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 Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devthal
As per Census 2011, Devthal village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 79 males and 77 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Solan to Devthal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devthal
Where is Devthal located?
Devthal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Devthal is Kunhar.
What is the pincode of Devthal?
The pincode of Devthal is 173221.
What is the population of Devthal?
Devthal has a total population of 156, including 79 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Devthal?
There are 29 households in Devthal.
What is the literacy rate in Devthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devthal is 78.21%. Male literacy is 86.08% and female literacy is 70.13%.