Datla - Ramshahr, Solan
Datla is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Badhokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Datla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Datla is 020714. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Datla 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 Datla
According to the 2011 Census, Datla village had a total population of 140 people, including 66 males and 74 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.81%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 62.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 140 | 66 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 11 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Datla
Datla 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 Datla
Datla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Datla is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Datla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Datla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Datla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Datla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Datla
Where is Datla located?
Datla village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Datla?
The Gram Panchayat of Datla is Badhokhari.
What is the pincode of Datla?
The pincode of Datla is 173218.
What is the population of Datla?
Datla had a total population of 140, including 66 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Datla?
Datla had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Datla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Datla was 74.81%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 62.32%.