Tota Dewal - Kanda, Bageshwar
Tota Dewal is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bhadoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tota Dewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tota Dewal is 050748. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.28 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tota Dewal 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 Tota Dewal
According to the 2011 Census, Tota Dewal village had a total population of 39 people, including 18 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Tota Dewal
Tota Dewal 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 Tota Dewal
Tota Dewal 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 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 Tota Dewal is about 35 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 Tota Dewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tota Dewal 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 Tota Dewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tota Dewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tota Dewal
Where is Tota Dewal located?
Tota Dewal village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tota Dewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tota Dewal is Bhadoura.
What is the pincode of Tota Dewal?
The pincode of Tota Dewal is 263631.
What is the population of Tota Dewal?
Tota Dewal had a total population of 39, including 18 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Tota Dewal?
Tota Dewal had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tota Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tota Dewal was 72.97%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 66.67%.