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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dewal village has a total population of 1,434 people, consisting of 704 males and 730 females. The village has 337 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,077 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 704 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 226 | 255 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,434, including 704 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
There are 337 households in Dewal.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal is 75.10%. Male literacy is 82.24% and female literacy is 68.22%.