Dewala Malla - Haldwani, Nainital
Dewala Malla is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dewala Malla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewala Malla is 055212. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.21 hectares and falls under the 263126 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dewala Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewala Malla
As per Census 2011, Dewala Malla village has a total population of 804 people, consisting of 436 males and 368 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewala Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 804 | 436 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 121 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 318 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 118 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Dewala Malla
Dewala Malla 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 Dewala Malla
Dewala Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dewala Malla.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Dewala Malla is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dewala Malla is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewala Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewala Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewala Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewala Malla 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dewala Malla
Where is Dewala Malla located?
Dewala Malla village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewala Malla?
Dewala Malla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewala Malla?
The pincode of Dewala Malla is 263126.
What is the population of Dewala Malla?
Dewala Malla has a total population of 804, including 436 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Dewala Malla?
There are 153 households in Dewala Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Dewala Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewala Malla is 66.67%. Male literacy is 72.94% and female literacy is 59.24%.