Deoyrala - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Deoyrala is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Devrala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deoyrala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deoyrala is 050118. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.32 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Deoyrala 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deoyrala
According to the 2011 Census, Deoyrala village had a total population of 396 people, including 202 males and 194 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.23%, with male literacy at 88.82% and female literacy at 56.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 393, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 396 | 202 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 200 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 143 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 59 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Deoyrala
Deoyrala 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 Deoyrala
Public transport in the Deoyrala is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Deoyrala is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deoyrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deoyrala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deoyrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deoyrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Deoyrala
Where is Deoyrala located?
Deoyrala village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deoyrala?
The Gram Panchayat of Deoyrala is Devrala.
What is the pincode of Deoyrala?
The pincode of Deoyrala is 262522.
What is the population of Deoyrala?
Deoyrala had a total population of 396, including 202 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Deoyrala?
Deoyrala had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deoyrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deoyrala was 73.23%. Male literacy was 88.82% and female literacy was 56.38%.