Dewara - Nanpara, Bahraich
Dewara is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Dewera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewara is 171371. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.04 hectares and falls under the 271881 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewara
As per Census 2011, Dewara village has a total population of 3,132 people, consisting of 1,667 males and 1,465 females. The village has 644 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 585 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,082 literate and 2,050 illiterate residents. Additionally, 849 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,132 | 1,667 | 1,465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 298 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 446 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 719 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,050 | 948 | 1,102 |
Nearby Villages of Dewara
Dewara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dondi Purwa | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Ala Gaon | North | 1.71 km |
| Bankatwa Maholi | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Madara Gari | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Imaliya Karanpur | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Manwariya Diwan | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Manwariya Bojha | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Chauri Kotiya | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Mahadeva Salarpur | East | 3.10 km |
| Kalpi Para | South | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewara
Dewara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matera, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanpara to Dewara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Dewara is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewara
Where is Dewara located?
Dewara village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewara is Dewera.
What is the pincode of Dewara?
The pincode of Dewara is 271881.
What is the population of Dewara?
Dewara has a total population of 3,132, including 1,667 males and 1,465 females.
How many households are there in Dewara?
There are 644 households in Dewara.
What is the literacy rate in Dewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewara is 34.55%. Male literacy is 43.13% and female literacy is 24.78%.