Dalmasa - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dalmasa is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Paunsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalmasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalmasa is 043088. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.09 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dalmasa 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalmasa
According to the 2011 Census, Dalmasa village had a total population of 86 people, including 40 males and 46 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.11%, with male literacy at 86.49% and female literacy at 48.72%.
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 | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 8 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dalmasa
Dalmasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Garakot | South | 0.91 km |
| Kaphool Gaon | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Koti Chalayion Kee | East | 1.18 km |
| Paunsanda | West | 1.24 km |
| Langoor | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Kanda Laga Langoor | North | 1.87 km |
| Koti Gusaen Ki | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Birakot | East | 2.09 km |
| Pyukhari | South | 2.43 km |
| Gosil | North | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dalmasa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dalmasa. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Dalmasa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dalmasa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalmasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalmasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalmasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalmasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalmasa
Where is Dalmasa located?
Dalmasa village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dalmasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalmasa is Paunsara.
What is the pincode of Dalmasa?
The pincode of Dalmasa is 249122.
What is the population of Dalmasa?
Dalmasa had a total population of 86, including 40 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Dalmasa?
Dalmasa had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalmasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalmasa was 67.11%. Male literacy was 86.49% and female literacy was 48.72%.