Dewal - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dewal is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Deval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal is 049443. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.31 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal village had a total population of 1,434 people, including 704 males and 730 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.21%, with male literacy at 94.45% and female literacy at 76.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 1,434 | 704 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 226 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 579 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 125 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal
Dewal 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 Dewal
Dewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Didihat to Dewal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dewal is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewal
Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal is Deval.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 262543.
What is the population of Dewal?
Dewal had a total population of 1,434, including 704 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
Dewal had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal was 85.21%. Male literacy was 94.45% and female literacy was 76.50%.