Deval / Banwar - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Deval / Banwar is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Kotdwara and around 78 km from Pauri. Deval Khal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deval / Banwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deval / Banwar is 048489. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.79 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Deval / Banwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deval / Banwar
As per Census 2011, Deval / Banwar village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 62 males and 69 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deval / Banwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 7 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Deval / Banwar
Deval / Banwar 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 Deval / Banwar
Public transport in the Deval / Banwar 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 Dogadda to Deval / Banwar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Deval / Banwar is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deval / Banwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deval / Banwar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deval / Banwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deval / Banwar 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 Deval / Banwar
Where is Deval / Banwar located?
Deval / Banwar village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deval / Banwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Deval / Banwar is Deval Khal.
What is the pincode of Deval / Banwar?
The pincode of Deval / Banwar is 246149.
What is the population of Deval / Banwar?
Deval / Banwar has a total population of 131, including 62 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Deval / Banwar?
There are 33 households in Deval / Banwar.
What is the literacy rate in Deval / Banwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deval / Banwar is 80.15%. Male literacy is 88.71% and female literacy is 72.46%.