Devar Palla - Pokhari, Chamoli
Devar Palla is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devar Palla is 041211. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.64 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Devar Palla is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devar Palla
According to the 2011 Census, Devar Palla village had a total population of 272 people, including 129 males and 143 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.87%, with male literacy at 96.12% and female literacy at 68.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 272 | 129 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 99 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 30 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Devar Palla
Devar Palla 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 Devar Palla
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Devar Palla is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Devar Palla is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Devar Palla
Where is Devar Palla located?
Devar Palla village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Devar Palla?
The pincode of Devar Palla is 246473.
What is the population of Devar Palla?
Devar Palla had a total population of 272, including 129 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Devar Palla?
Devar Palla had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devar Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devar Palla was 80.87%. Male literacy was 96.12% and female literacy was 68.50%.