Dewagana - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Dewagana is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Lwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewagana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewagana is 042186. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.08 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Dewagana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dewagana
As per Census 2011, Dewagana village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 120 males and 115 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewagana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 88 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 32 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Dewagana
Dewagana 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 Dewagana
Dewagana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Dewagana is about 48 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 Dewagana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewagana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dewagana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewagana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewagana
Where is Dewagana located?
Dewagana village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewagana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewagana is Lwani.
What is the pincode of Dewagana?
The pincode of Dewagana is 246471.
What is the population of Dewagana?
Dewagana has a total population of 235, including 120 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Dewagana?
There are 44 households in Dewagana.
What is the literacy rate in Dewagana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewagana is 65.11%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 56.52%.