Devar Walla - Pokhari, Chamoli
Devar Walla is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devar Walla is 041212. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.8 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Devar Walla 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 Walla
According to the 2011 Census, Devar Walla village had a total population of 490 people, including 238 males and 252 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.69%, with male literacy at 99.01% and female literacy at 82.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 490 | 238 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 144 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 201 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 37 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Devar Walla
Devar Walla 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 Walla
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Devar Walla is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Devar Walla is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Devar Walla
Where is Devar Walla located?
Devar Walla village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Devar Walla?
The pincode of Devar Walla is 246473.
What is the population of Devar Walla?
Devar Walla had a total population of 490, including 238 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Devar Walla?
Devar Walla had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devar Walla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devar Walla was 90.69%. Male literacy was 99.01% and female literacy was 82.44%.