Devchooli Walla - Dhoomakot, Pauri Garhwal
Devchooli Walla is a village situated in the Dhoomakot tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Dhoomakot and around 185 km from Pauri. Satkholyu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devchooli Walla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devchooli Walla is 047142. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.8 hectares and falls under the 246161 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Devchooli Walla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devchooli Walla
According to the 2011 Census, Devchooli Walla village had a total population of 33 people, including 18 males and 15 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Devchooli Walla
Devchooli Walla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vijay Gaon | North-East | 0.48 km |
| Devchuli Palli | North-West | 0.49 km |
| Kameda Bichla | South-East | 0.73 km |
| Gola Talla | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Bhund | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Berhat Palla | North | 1.49 km |
| Gangoli | South | 1.51 km |
| Kamanda Walla | West | 1.62 km |
| Kamanda Palla | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Gola Chhota | South-East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devchooli Walla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Devchooli Walla. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| 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 Kotdwara to Devchooli Walla is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Devchooli Walla is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devchooli Walla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devchooli Walla 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devchooli Walla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devchooli Walla 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 Devchooli Walla
Where is Devchooli Walla located?
Devchooli Walla village is located in Dhoomakot Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devchooli Walla?
The Gram Panchayat of Devchooli Walla is Satkholyu.
What is the pincode of Devchooli Walla?
The pincode of Devchooli Walla is 246161.
What is the population of Devchooli Walla?
Devchooli Walla had a total population of 33, including 18 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Devchooli Walla?
Devchooli Walla had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devchooli Walla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devchooli Walla was 80.65%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.