Dewal

Dewal is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dewal village is also a gram panchayat.

Dewal has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 031245. The village spans a total geographical area of 97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Dewal village for all major economic activities.

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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 296 157 139
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 14 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) 11 7 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 232 120 112
Illiterate Population 64 37 27

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

  • The total population of Dewal village is around 296, including approximately 157 males and 139 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Dewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dewal village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dewal village is about 78.38%, with male literacy at 76.43% and female literacy at 80.58%.
  • There are around 65 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 <5 km distance
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.

Sudhari Liddar Arthewal Badhan Jiwanwal Sariana Serakwal Fatehpur Bariowal Bhamnal Jamalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewal

Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewal?
Dewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 144214, 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 296, with 157 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewal village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewal is 78.38%. The male literacy rate is 76.43%, while the female literacy rate is 80.58%.