Dewal Kandi
Dewal Kandi is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Devalkandi is the gram panchayat of Dewal Kandi village.
Dewal Kandi has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dewal Kandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dewal Kandi is 043210. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Dewal Kandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dewal Kandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dewal Kandi
Population of Dewal Kandi
Below is a concise population overview of Dewal Kandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 88 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 42 | 96 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dewal Kandi village:
- The total population of Dewal Kandi village is around 241, including approximately 88 males and 153 females, with a sex ratio of 1738 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Dewal Kandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dewal Kandi village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dewal Kandi village is about 42.74%, with male literacy at 52.27% and female literacy at 37.25%.
- There are around 69 households in Dewal Kandi village.
Connectivity of Dewal Kandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dewal Kandi. As per the 2011 stats, Dewal Kandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dewal Kandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dewal Kandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dewal Kandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dewal Kandi
- Where is Dewal Kandi located?
- Dewal Kandi village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dewal Kandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dewal Kandi is Devalkandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dewal Kandi?
- The pincode of Dewal Kandi is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dewal Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewal Kandi is 241, with 88 males and 153 females.
- How many households are there in Dewal Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dewal Kandi village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dewal Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewal Kandi is 42.74%. The male literacy rate is 52.27%, while the female literacy rate is 37.25%.