Dewanar - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Dewanar is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Sahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewanar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewanar is 365635. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Dewanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewanar
As per Census 2011, Dewanar village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 142 males and 148 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewanar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 142 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 142 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 83 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 59 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Dewanar
Dewanar 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 Dewanar
Dewanar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Dewanar is about 67 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 Dewanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewanar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewanar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewanar
Where is Dewanar located?
Dewanar village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewanar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewanar is Sahpur.
What is the pincode of Dewanar?
The pincode of Dewanar is 822113.
What is the population of Dewanar?
Dewanar has a total population of 290, including 142 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Dewanar?
There are 56 households in Dewanar.
What is the literacy rate in Dewanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewanar is 46.21%. Male literacy is 58.45% and female literacy is 34.46%.