Dewal Khet - Garud, Bageshwar
Dewal Khet is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Ratore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal Khet is 051449. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.34 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dewal Khet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewal Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal Khet village had a total population of 93 people, including 47 males and 46 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 72.09%.
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 | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 8 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal Khet
Dewal Khet 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 Dewal Khet
Public transport in the Dewal Khet is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bageshwar to Dewal Khet is about 26 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 Dewal Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal Khet 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dewal Khet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewal Khet 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 Dewal Khet
Where is Dewal Khet located?
Dewal Khet village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal Khet is Ratore.
What is the pincode of Dewal Khet?
The pincode of Dewal Khet is 263635.
What is the population of Dewal Khet?
Dewal Khet had a total population of 93, including 47 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Dewal Khet?
Dewal Khet had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal Khet was 82.35%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 72.09%.