Dewal - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Dewal is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dewal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal is 041308. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.71 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal village had a total population of 131 people, including 56 males and 75 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,339 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 97.83% and female literacy at 73.53%.
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 | 131 | 56 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 11 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal
Dewal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pokhari | South-East | 0.89 km |
| Baulasera | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Majkhola | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Sunak | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Kharsain | East | 1.82 km |
| Ovyagwar | South | 1.83 km |
| Chorara | North | 1.86 km |
| Matha Manda (matha) | South | 1.96 km |
| Baratoli | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Sidoli | North | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewal
Dewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Dewal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dewal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewal
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewal
Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal?
Dewal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 246429.
What is the population of Dewal?
Dewal had a total population of 131, including 56 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
Dewal had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal was 83.33%. Male literacy was 97.83% and female literacy was 73.53%.