Dewankata

Dewankata is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Tura.

Dewankata has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills 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 Dewankata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewankata is 272764. Selsella is nearest town to Dewankata village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dewankata

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 393 181 212
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 21 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 393 181 212
Literate Population 268 139 129
Illiterate Population 125 42 83

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

  • The total population of Dewankata village is around 393, including approximately 181 males and 212 females, with a sex ratio of 1171 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Dewankata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dewankata village has 393 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dewankata village is about 68.19%, with male literacy at 76.80% and female literacy at 60.85%.
  • There are around 77 households in Dewankata village.

Connectivity of Dewankata

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dewankata

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewankata

Where is Dewankata located?
Dewankata village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dewankata?
The pincode of Dewankata is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewankata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewankata is 393, with 181 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Dewankata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewankata village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewankata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewankata is 68.19%. The male literacy rate is 76.80%, while the female literacy rate is 60.85%.