Divar - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Divar is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Divar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Divar is 213228. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.92 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Divar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Divar
According to the 2011 Census, Divar village had a total population of 1,060 people, including 543 males and 517 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.10%, with male literacy at 60.04% and female literacy at 43.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 438.
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 | 1,060 | 543 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 217 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 269 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 274 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Divar
Divar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Divar
Divar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Divar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Divar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Divar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Divar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Divar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Divar
Where is Divar located?
Divar village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Divar?
Divar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Divar?
The pincode of Divar is 231210.
What is the population of Divar?
Divar had a total population of 1,060, including 543 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Divar?
Divar had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Divar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Divar was 52.10%. Male literacy was 60.04% and female literacy was 43.85%.