Dewara - Bighapur, Unnao
Dewara is a village situated in the Bighapur tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bighapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Diwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewara is 142834. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.78 hectares and falls under the 209866 pincode. Unnao is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwantnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Unnao Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewara
According to the 2011 Census, Dewara village had a total population of 818 people, including 420 males and 398 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 87.00% and female literacy at 63.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246.
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 | 818 | 420 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 121 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 328 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 92 | 178 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gonamau | North | 1.51 km |
| Bhagwantpur Vyaspur | West | 1.97 km |
| Behta Satanpur | East | 2.02 km |
| Gaura | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Chandauli | North | 2.42 km |
| Hindhnagar | South | 2.48 km |
| Malauna | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Porai | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Kotwar | North | 2.94 km |
| Maharajpur | West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewara
Dewara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baiswara, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unnao to Dewara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Unnao to Dewara is about 52 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bighapur Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewara is Diwara.
What is the pincode of Dewara?
The pincode of Dewara is 209866.
What is the population of Dewara?
Dewara had a total population of 818, including 420 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Dewara?
Dewara had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewara was 75.59%. Male literacy was 87.00% and female literacy was 63.22%.