Dewal Bichharal - Kanda, Bageshwar
Dewal Bichharal is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Devalvichral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal Bichharal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal Bichharal is 050794. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.7 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Dewal Bichharal 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewal Bichharal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal Bichharal village had a total population of 362 people, including 189 males and 173 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.98%, with male literacy at 94.05% and female literacy at 77.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 362 | 189 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 115 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 158 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal Bichharal
Dewal Bichharal 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 Bichharal
Dewal Bichharal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bichharal is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal Bichharal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal Bichharal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewal Bichharal
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 Bichharal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewal Bichharal
Where is Dewal Bichharal located?
Dewal Bichharal village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal Bichharal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal Bichharal is Devalvichral.
What is the pincode of Dewal Bichharal?
The pincode of Dewal Bichharal is 263631.
What is the population of Dewal Bichharal?
Dewal Bichharal had a total population of 362, including 189 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Dewal Bichharal?
Dewal Bichharal had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal Bichharal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal Bichharal was 85.98%. Male literacy was 94.05% and female literacy was 77.12%.