Dewal

Dewal is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Dewal has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 001699. The village spans a total geographical area of 520 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184204. Billawar is nearest town to Dewal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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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 2,042 1,079 963
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 306 177 129
Scheduled Castes (SC) 655 334 321
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 68 40 28
Literate Population 1,357 784 573
Illiterate Population 685 295 390

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

  • The total population of Dewal village is around 2,042, including approximately 1,079 males and 963 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 306 children aged 0–6 years in Dewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dewal village has 655 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 68 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dewal village is about 66.45%, with male literacy at 72.66% and female literacy at 59.50%.
  • There are around 381 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dewal

Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 184204, 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 2,042, with 1,079 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewal village has a total of 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewal is 66.45%. The male literacy rate is 72.66%, while the female literacy rate is 59.50%.