Dewargaon - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Dewargaon is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from Gaurella and around 115 km from Bilaspur. Devargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewargaon is 437475. The village covers a total geographical area of 1416.28 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dewargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewargaon
As per Census 2011, Dewargaon village has a total population of 3,227 people, consisting of 1,669 males and 1,558 females. The village has 757 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 524 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,384 literate and 1,843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,646 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,227 | 1,669 | 1,558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 270 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,646 | 1,371 | 1,275 |
| Literate Population | 1,384 | 850 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,843 | 819 | 1,024 |
Nearby Villages of Dewargaon
Dewargaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Newsa | North | 2.35 km |
| Pakaria | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Anjani | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Madana | East | 3.64 km |
| Taraigoan | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Paterkoni | East | 4.38 km |
| Jhagra Khand | North | 4.66 km |
| Kotariyadand | South | 5.14 km |
| Padwaniya | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Chuktipani | West | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewargaon
Public transport in the Dewargaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pendra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaurella to Dewargaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dewargaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewargaon
Where is Dewargaon located?
Dewargaon village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewargaon is Devargaon.
What is the pincode of Dewargaon?
The pincode of Dewargaon is 495117.
What is the population of Dewargaon?
Dewargaon has a total population of 3,227, including 1,669 males and 1,558 females.
How many households are there in Dewargaon?
There are 757 households in Dewargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dewargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewargaon is 42.89%. Male literacy is 50.93% and female literacy is 34.27%.