Dewal Garasari - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Dewal Garasari is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Toli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal Garasari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal Garasari is 041318. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.7 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dewal Garasari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewal Garasari
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal Garasari village had a total population of 120 people, including 53 males and 67 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,264 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.73%, with male literacy at 97.78% and female literacy at 68.75%.
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 | 120 | 53 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 9 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal Garasari
Dewal Garasari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyari Talli | West | 0.84 km |
| Dhanai Laga | East | 1.00 km |
| Tauli | North | 1.04 km |
| Airoli | South | 1.29 km |
| Bainoli | East | 1.47 km |
| Malai | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Ghatgar | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Melyagwar | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Nauti | North | 2.00 km |
| Malethi | South | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewal Garasari
Dewal Garasari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dewal Garasari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dewal Garasari is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal Garasari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal Garasari 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dewal Garasari
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 Garasari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewal Garasari
Where is Dewal Garasari located?
Dewal Garasari village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal Garasari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal Garasari is Toli.
What is the pincode of Dewal Garasari?
The pincode of Dewal Garasari is 246429.
What is the population of Dewal Garasari?
Dewal Garasari had a total population of 120, including 53 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Dewal Garasari?
Dewal Garasari had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal Garasari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal Garasari was 80.73%. Male literacy was 97.78% and female literacy was 68.75%.