Dewalpura - Sheo, Barmer
Dewalpura is a village situated in the Sheo tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sheo and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Arang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewalpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewalpura is 086858. The village covers a total geographical area of 1301.22 hectares and falls under the 344701 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Dewalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewalpura
According to the 2011 Census, Dewalpura village had a total population of 296 people, including 160 males and 136 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.97%, with male literacy at 75.57% and female literacy at 50.86%.
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 | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 99 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 61 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Dewalpura
Dewalpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramdeopura | South | 2.38 km |
| Arang | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Prahladpura | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Mansar | West | 4.55 km |
| Bonada | North | 4.58 km |
| Nagana | South | 5.07 km |
| Ratkuriya | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Khetsar (mangalsar) | South-West | 6.05 km |
| Ola | West | 6.08 km |
| Rampuraiya | North-East | 6.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewalpura
Dewalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Odhaniya Chacha, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Dewalpura is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewalpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewalpura 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 Dewalpura
Where is Dewalpura located?
Dewalpura village is located in Sheo Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewalpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewalpura is Arang.
What is the pincode of Dewalpura?
The pincode of Dewalpura is 344701.
What is the population of Dewalpura?
Dewalpura had a total population of 296, including 160 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Dewalpura?
Dewalpura had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewalpura was 63.97%. Male literacy was 75.57% and female literacy was 50.86%.