Diswani - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Diswani is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Dhoomakot and around 122 km from Pauri. Dishwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Diswani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diswani is 046874. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.2 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Diswani 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 Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Diswani
According to the 2011 Census, Diswani village had a total population of 230 people, including 99 males and 131 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,323 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.29%, with male literacy at 89.41% and female literacy at 58.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 230 | 99 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 23 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Diswani
Diswani 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 Diswani
Diswani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Diswani is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Diswani is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diswani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diswani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Diswani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diswani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Diswani
Where is Diswani located?
Diswani village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Diswani?
The Gram Panchayat of Diswani is Dishwani.
What is the pincode of Diswani?
The pincode of Diswani is 246276.
What is the population of Diswani?
Diswani had a total population of 230, including 99 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Diswani?
Diswani had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Diswani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diswani was 71.29%. Male literacy was 89.41% and female literacy was 58.12%.