Dewalchor - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Dewalchor is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Devalchour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewalchor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewalchor is 055550. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.12 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dewalchor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewalchor
As per Census 2011, Dewalchor village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 231 males and 253 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewalchor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 231 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 184 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 47 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Dewalchor
Dewalchor 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 Dewalchor
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dewalchor.
| 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 Kaladhungi to Dewalchor is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dewalchor is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewalchor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewalchor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewalchor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewalchor 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 Dewalchor
Where is Dewalchor located?
Dewalchor village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewalchor?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewalchor is Devalchour.
What is the pincode of Dewalchor?
The pincode of Dewalchor is 263140.
What is the population of Dewalchor?
Dewalchor has a total population of 484, including 231 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Dewalchor?
There are 104 households in Dewalchor.
What is the literacy rate in Dewalchor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewalchor is 73.55%. Male literacy is 79.65% and female literacy is 67.98%.