Dewar - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Dewar is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Pauri and around 10 km from Pauri. Dewar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewar is 045642. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.81 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dewar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewar
As per Census 2011, Dewar village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 75 males and 104 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,386 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 75 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 11 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Dewar
Dewar 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 Dewar
Dewar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Dewar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewar 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 Dewar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewar 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 Dewar
Where is Dewar located?
Dewar village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewar?
Dewar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewar?
The pincode of Dewar is 246001.
What is the population of Dewar?
Dewar has a total population of 179, including 75 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Dewar?
There are 52 households in Dewar.
What is the literacy rate in Dewar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewar is 69.83%. Male literacy is 85.33% and female literacy is 58.65%.