Deval - Tharali, Chamoli
Deval is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dewalkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deval is 041710. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Deval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deval
As per Census 2011, Deval village has a total population of 105 people, consisting of 43 males and 62 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,441 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 105 | 43 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 2 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 10 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Deval
Deval 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 Deval
Deval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Deval is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Deval is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deval 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Deval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deval
Where is Deval located?
Deval village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deval?
The Gram Panchayat of Deval is Dewalkot.
What is the pincode of Deval?
The pincode of Deval is 246481.
What is the population of Deval?
Deval has a total population of 105, including 43 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Deval?
There are 27 households in Deval.
What is the literacy rate in Deval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deval is 69.52%. Male literacy is 76.74% and female literacy is 64.52%.