Dewal Gwar - Tharali, Chamoli
Dewal Gwar is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dewalgwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal Gwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal Gwar is 041672. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.1 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dewal Gwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewal Gwar
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal Gwar village had a total population of 366 people, including 162 males and 204 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,259 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.85%, with male literacy at 91.37% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 366 | 162 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 41 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 127 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 35 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal Gwar
Dewal Gwar 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 Dewal Gwar
Dewal Gwar 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Dewal Gwar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dewal Gwar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal Gwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal Gwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewal Gwar
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 Gwar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewal Gwar
Where is Dewal Gwar located?
Dewal Gwar village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal Gwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal Gwar is Dewalgwad.
What is the pincode of Dewal Gwar?
The pincode of Dewal Gwar is 246481.
What is the population of Dewal Gwar?
Dewal Gwar had a total population of 366, including 162 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Dewal Gwar?
Dewal Gwar had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal Gwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal Gwar was 77.85%. Male literacy was 91.37% and female literacy was 67.74%.