Dewadand
Dewadand is a village located in Khadganva tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Khadganva (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Baikunthpur. As per 2009 stats, Devadnad is the gram panchayat of Dewadand village.
Here you can discover what makes Dewadand unique in its vibrant Khadganva-Koriya region. You’ll see Dewadand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dewadand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewadand is 431742. The village spans a total geographical area of 414.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497449. Chirmiri is nearest town to Dewadand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Dewadand
Population of Dewadand
According to the 2011 Census, Dewadand has a total population of about 1,274, with approximately 670 males and 604 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 153 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 733. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.42%, with male literacy at about 66.27% and female literacy near 43.38%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dewadand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,274 | 670 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 733 | 392 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 444 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 226 | 342 |
Connectivity of Dewadand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewadand. As per the 2011 stats, Dewadand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dewadand
Knowing the nearby villages of Dewadand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewadand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dewadand
- Where is Dewadand located?
- Dewadand village is situated in Khadganva Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dewadand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dewadand is Devadnad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dewadand?
- The pincode of Dewadand is 497449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dewadand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewadand is 1,274, with 670 males and 604 females.
- How many households are there in Dewadand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dewadand village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dewadand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewadand is 55.42%. The male literacy rate is 66.27%, while the female literacy rate is 43.38%.