Davara - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Davara is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 60 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dyuka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Davara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davara is 043063. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.88 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Davara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Davara
As per Census 2011, Davara village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 121 males and 122 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 121 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 97 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 24 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Davara
Davara 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 Davara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Davara.
| 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 Davara is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Davara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davara 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 Davara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Davara
Where is Davara located?
Davara village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davara?
The Gram Panchayat of Davara is Dyuka.
What is the pincode of Davara?
The pincode of Davara is 249161.
What is the population of Davara?
Davara has a total population of 243, including 121 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Davara?
There are 60 households in Davara.
What is the literacy rate in Davara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davara is 68.31%. Male literacy is 80.17% and female literacy is 56.56%.