Dewal

Dewal is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh.

Dewal has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewal is 049443. The village spans a total geographical area of 418.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262543. Didihat is nearest town to Dewal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Dewal

Below is a concise population overview of Dewal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,434 704 730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 170 91 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 481 226 255
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,077 579 498
Illiterate Population 357 125 232

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dewal village:

  • The total population of Dewal village is around 1,434, including approximately 704 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Dewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dewal village has 481 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dewal village is about 75.10%, with male literacy at 82.24% and female literacy at 68.22%.
  • There are around 337 households in Dewal village.

Connectivity of Dewal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewal. As per the 2011 stats, Dewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dewal

Knowing the nearby villages of Dewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewal.

Khariyani Chhabbisa Nakote Legamkanda Kholia Gaon Hinkote Barigaon Chamlekh Matayula Garjiya Jogyura

Frequently Asked Questions about Dewal

Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 262543, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewal is 1,434, with 704 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewal village has a total of 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewal is 75.10%. The male literacy rate is 82.24%, while the female literacy rate is 68.22%.