Dewarhat Village - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Dewarhat is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Lormi and around 46 km from Bilaspur. Devarhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewarhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewarhat is 437868. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.89 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dewarhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewarhat
As per Census 2011, Dewarhat village has a total population of 1,750 people, consisting of 881 males and 869 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 856 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewarhat are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,750 | 881 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 140 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 856 | 520 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 361 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Dewarhat
Dewarhat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Boirpara | West | 0.97 km |
| Piparkhunta | North | 1.47 km |
| Turwari | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Mohtara Kurmi | East | 1.75 km |
| Suretha | West | 1.75 km |
| Bandha | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Harna Chaka | South | 2.10 km |
| Patharikapa | East | 2.23 km |
| Kumhrauli | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Piparkhunti | North-East | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewarhat
Dewarhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Lormi to Dewarhat is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dewarhat is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewarhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewarhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewarhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewarhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewarhat
Where is Dewarhat located?
Dewarhat village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewarhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewarhat is Devarhat.
What is the pincode of Dewarhat?
The pincode of Dewarhat is 495115.
What is the population of Dewarhat?
Dewarhat has a total population of 1,750, including 881 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Dewarhat?
There are 409 households in Dewarhat.
What is the literacy rate in Dewarhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewarhat is 48.91%. Male literacy is 59.02% and female literacy is 38.67%.