Dewalkhet - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Dewalkhet is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Sukole Talli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewalkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewalkhet is 047452. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.9 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dewalkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewalkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Dewalkhet village had a total population of 44 people, including 23 males and 21 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.08%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 64.71%.
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 | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Dewalkhet
Dewalkhet 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 Dewalkhet
Dewalkhet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lansdowne to Dewalkhet is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dewalkhet is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewalkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewalkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewalkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewalkhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewalkhet
Where is Dewalkhet located?
Dewalkhet village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewalkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewalkhet is Sukole Talli.
What is the pincode of Dewalkhet?
The pincode of Dewalkhet is 246155.
What is the population of Dewalkhet?
Dewalkhet had a total population of 44, including 23 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Dewalkhet?
Dewalkhet had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewalkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewalkhet was 81.08%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 64.71%.