Dewal - Kotla, Kangra
Dewal is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from Dharmsala. Kothi Banda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal is 009051. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.42 hectares and falls under the 176205 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Dewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal village had a total population of 108 people, including 57 males and 51 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.33%, with male literacy at 91.07% and female literacy at 95.92%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal
Dewal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dewal
Dewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Dewal is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dewal
Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal is Kothi Banda.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 176205.
What is the population of Dewal?
Dewal had a total population of 108, including 57 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
Dewal had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal was 93.33%. Male literacy was 91.07% and female literacy was 95.92%.