Dewali Jangal - Gairsain, Chamoli
Dewali Jangal is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Devpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewali Jangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewali Jangal is 042019. The village covers a total geographical area of 3.02 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Dewali Jangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewali Jangal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewali Jangal village had a total population of 16 people, including 10 males and 6 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Dewali Jangal
Dewali Jangal 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 Dewali Jangal
Public transport in the Dewali Jangal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Dewali Jangal is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dewali Jangal is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewali Jangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewali Jangal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewali Jangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewali Jangal 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 Dewali Jangal
Where is Dewali Jangal located?
Dewali Jangal village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewali Jangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewali Jangal is Devpuri.
What is the pincode of Dewali Jangal?
The pincode of Dewali Jangal is 246486.
What is the population of Dewali Jangal?
Dewali Jangal had a total population of 16, including 10 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Dewali Jangal?
Dewali Jangal had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewali Jangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewali Jangal was 78.57%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.