Dewalgarh - Gairsain, Chamoli
Dewalgarh is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Diwadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewalgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewalgarh is 042024. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.73 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Dewalgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewalgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Dewalgarh village had a total population of 235 people, including 106 males and 129 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.20%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 65.71%.
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 | 235 | 106 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 26 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Dewalgarh
Dewalgarh 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 Dewalgarh
Dewalgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Karnaprayag to Dewalgarh is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dewalgarh is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewalgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewalgarh 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 Dewalgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewalgarh 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 Dewalgarh
Where is Dewalgarh located?
Dewalgarh village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewalgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewalgarh is Diwadhar.
What is the pincode of Dewalgarh?
The pincode of Dewalgarh is 246486.
What is the population of Dewalgarh?
Dewalgarh had a total population of 235, including 106 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Dewalgarh?
Dewalgarh had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewalgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewalgarh was 77.20%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 65.71%.