Dewaria - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Dewaria is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dewaria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewaria is 195848. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.66 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Mehnagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dewaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewaria
As per Census 2011, Dewaria village has a total population of 1,674 people, consisting of 770 males and 904 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 1,174 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,001 literate and 673 illiterate residents. Additionally, 770 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,674 | 770 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 126 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 361 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 540 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 673 | 230 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Dewaria
Dewaria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajdharpur | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Chak Juhiya | North | 1.13 km |
| Sagarahi | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Hatawa Aima | North | 1.54 km |
| Jiyasar | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Ghoriya Dih | East | 1.70 km |
| Jai Chandpur | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Gahuni | West | 1.85 km |
| Karnehuan | South | 1.92 km |
| Ativalpatti | South | 2.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewaria
Dewaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Rani, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mehnagar to Dewaria is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Dewaria is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewaria
Where is Dewaria located?
Dewaria village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewaria?
Dewaria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewaria?
The pincode of Dewaria is 276204.
What is the population of Dewaria?
Dewaria has a total population of 1,674, including 770 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Dewaria?
There are 241 households in Dewaria.
What is the literacy rate in Dewaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewaria is 59.80%. Male literacy is 70.13% and female literacy is 51.00%.