Dewal - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Dewal is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Dewal Lasya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal is 042624. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.44 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal village had a total population of 317 people, including 143 males and 174 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.21%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.28%.
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 | 317 | 143 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 128 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 15 | 44 |
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 | 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 Rudraprayag to Dewal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dewal
Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal is Dewal Lasya.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 246141.
What is the population of Dewal?
Dewal had a total population of 317, including 143 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
Dewal had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal was 90.21%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.28%.