Dewarchaur Kham - Haldwani, Nainital
Dewarchaur Kham is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dewal Chaur Kham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewarchaur Kham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewarchaur Kham is 055173. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dewarchaur Kham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Dewarchaur Kham
According to the 2011 Census, Dewarchaur Kham village had a total population of 1,666 people, including 869 males and 797 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.97%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 78.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 1,666 | 869 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 104 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 111 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 666 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 203 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Dewarchaur Kham
Dewarchaur Kham 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 Dewarchaur Kham
Dewarchaur Kham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dewarchaur Kham.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Dewarchaur Kham is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dewarchaur Kham is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewarchaur Kham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewarchaur Kham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dewarchaur Kham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewarchaur Kham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewarchaur Kham
Where is Dewarchaur Kham located?
Dewarchaur Kham village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewarchaur Kham?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewarchaur Kham is Dewal Chaur Kham.
What is the pincode of Dewarchaur Kham?
The pincode of Dewarchaur Kham is 263139.
What is the population of Dewarchaur Kham?
Dewarchaur Kham had a total population of 1,666, including 869 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Dewarchaur Kham?
Dewarchaur Kham had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewarchaur Kham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewarchaur Kham was 82.97%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 78.60%.