Dewal - Billawar, Kathua
Dewal is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Dewal village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal is 001699. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 184204 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
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 Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal village had a total population of 2,042 people, including 1,079 males and 963 females, living in 381 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.17%, with male literacy at 86.92% and female literacy at 68.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 655, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal
Dewal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neoch | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Shibras | South-West | 6.52 km |
| Lar | South-East | 7.46 km |
| Tuksan | South | 7.80 km |
| Larh | West | 9.15 km |
| Nandimarg | North | 10.83 km |
| Bathoie | South | 12.51 km |
| Sarh | South-West | 12.69 km |
| Chaki Samad Rather | North | 12.82 km |
| Yari Khah | North | 12.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewal
Dewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| 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 Billawar to Dewal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Dewal is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewal
Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dewal?
Dewal is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 184204.
What is the population of Dewal?
Dewal had a total population of 2,042, including 1,079 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
Dewal had 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal was 78.17%. Male literacy was 86.92% and female literacy was 68.71%.