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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewali Jangal
As per Census 2011, Dewali Jangal village has a total population of 16 people, consisting of 10 males and 6 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 600 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 5 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewali Jangal are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 16, including 10 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Dewali Jangal?
There are 6 households in Dewali Jangal.
What is the literacy rate in Dewali Jangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewali Jangal is 68.75%. Male literacy is 90.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.