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 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 Devthal
According to the 2011 Census, Devthal village had a total population of 156 people, including 79 males and 77 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.92%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 78.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 156, including 79 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Devthal?
Devthal had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devthal was 85.92%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 78.26%.