Deosal - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Deosal is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Devsal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deosal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deosal is 042103. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.45 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Deosal 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deosal
According to the 2011 Census, Deosal village had a total population of 209 people, including 104 males and 105 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.87%, with male literacy at 98.89% and female literacy at 69.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 209 | 104 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 89 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 15 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Deosal
Deosal 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 Deosal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Deosal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Deosal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deosal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deosal 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 Deosal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deosal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deosal
Where is Deosal located?
Deosal village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deosal?
The Gram Panchayat of Deosal is Devsal.
What is the pincode of Deosal?
The pincode of Deosal is 246439.
What is the population of Deosal?
Deosal had a total population of 209, including 104 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Deosal?
Deosal had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deosal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deosal was 83.87%. Male literacy was 98.89% and female literacy was 69.79%.