Dewra - Konch, Gaya
Dewra is a village situated in the Konch subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Garari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewra is 254556. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 824207 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dewra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewra
As per Census 2011, Dewra village has a total population of 3,553 people, consisting of 1,859 males and 1,694 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 750 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,891 literate and 1,662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 695 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,553 | 1,859 | 1,694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 750 | 385 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 695 | 364 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,891 | 1,177 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,662 | 682 | 980 |
Nearby Villages of Dewra
Dewra 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 Dewra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dewra.
| 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 Tikari to Dewra is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Dewra is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewra 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewra
Where is Dewra located?
Dewra village is located in Konch Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewra is Garari.
What is the pincode of Dewra?
The pincode of Dewra is 824207.
What is the population of Dewra?
Dewra has a total population of 3,553, including 1,859 males and 1,694 females.
How many households are there in Dewra?
There are 480 households in Dewra.
What is the literacy rate in Dewra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewra is 53.22%. Male literacy is 63.31% and female literacy is 42.15%.