Dewal

Dewal is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 58km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Dewal village. As per 2009 stats, Khoti Banda is the gram panchayat of Dewal village.

Dewal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Dewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewal is 009051. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176205. Nurpur is nearest town to Dewal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Dewal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dewal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 108 57 51
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3 1 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 98 51 47
Illiterate Population 10 6 4

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

  • The total population of Dewal village is around 108, including approximately 57 males and 51 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3 children aged 0–6 years in Dewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dewal village is about 90.74%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 92.16%.
  • There are around 23 households in Dewal village.

Connectivity of Dewal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Dewal

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

Kakroh Bahi Pathiar Sadhin Ghar Dharun Dunihar Batuhi Mandol Reserve Jangal Mastgarh Mast Garh

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewal

Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal is Khoti Banda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewal is 108, with 57 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewal village has a total of 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewal is 90.74%. The male literacy rate is 89.47%, while the female literacy rate is 92.16%.