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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Diswani village has a total population of 230 people, consisting of 99 males and 131 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,323 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 144 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diswani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 99 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 230, including 99 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Diswani?
There are 56 households in Diswani.
What is the literacy rate in Diswani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diswani is 62.61%. Male literacy is 76.77% and female literacy is 51.91%.