Dewar - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Dewar is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Chamoli and around 36 km from Gopeshwar. Dewar Kaneri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewar is 041021. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.44 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dewar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewar
According to the 2011 Census, Dewar village had a total population of 294 people, including 137 males and 157 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.82%, with male literacy at 97.50% and female literacy at 77.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 294 | 137 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 117 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 20 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Dewar
Dewar 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 Dewar
Dewar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nandprayag to Dewar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dewar is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewar 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dewar
Where is Dewar located?
Dewar village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewar is Dewar Kaneri.
What is the pincode of Dewar?
The pincode of Dewar is 246449.
What is the population of Dewar?
Dewar had a total population of 294, including 137 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Dewar?
Dewar had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewar was 86.82%. Male literacy was 97.50% and female literacy was 77.54%.