Dewal

Dewal is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Dewal village is also a gram panchayat.

Dewal has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewal is 041308. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246429. Gochar is nearest town to Dewal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Dewal

Below is a concise population overview of Dewal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 131 56 75
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 10 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 95 45 50
Illiterate Population 36 11 25

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dewal village:

  • The total population of Dewal village is around 131, including approximately 56 males and 75 females, with a sex ratio of 1339 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Dewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dewal village is about 72.52%, with male literacy at 80.36% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 28 households in Dewal village.

Connectivity of Dewal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewal. As per the 2011 stats, Dewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dewal

Knowing the nearby villages of Dewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewal.

Khalyugwar Dada Dhamdhama Bameli Sunak Jalgaon Pokhari Charkhilgwar Dhanpur Khas Ovyagwar Matha Manda Nauti

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewal

Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewal?
Dewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 246429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewal is 131, with 56 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewal village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewal is 72.52%. The male literacy rate is 80.36%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.