Dewan

Dewan is a village located in Dhanarua subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanarua (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Dewan village is also a gram panchayat.

Dewan has its own place in the vibrant Patna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dewan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewan is 246023. The village spans a total geographical area of 259 hectares. Masaurhi is nearest town to Dewan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Dewan

Below is a concise population overview of Dewan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,954 1,538 1,416
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 509 264 245
Scheduled Castes (SC) 744 379 365
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 1 1
Literate Population 1,538 982 556
Illiterate Population 1,416 556 860

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dewan village:

  • The total population of Dewan village is around 2,954, including approximately 1,538 males and 1,416 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 509 children aged 0–6 years in Dewan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dewan village has 744 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dewan village is about 52.06%, with male literacy at 63.85% and female literacy at 39.27%.
  • There are around 501 households in Dewan village.

Connectivity of Dewan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewan. As per the 2011 stats, Dewan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dewan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dewan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewan.

Sewai Lodipur Bazidpur Bari Bigha Milki Dewan Daualatpur Raipura Bara Parmanki Panditganj Harla

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewan

Where is Dewan located?
Dewan village is situated in Dhanarua Subdivision, within the Patna district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewan?
Dewan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Dewan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewan is 2,954, with 1,538 males and 1,416 females.
How many households are there in Dewan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewan village has a total of 501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewan is 52.06%. The male literacy rate is 63.85%, while the female literacy rate is 39.27%.