Dewal Kandi - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dewal Kandi is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Devalkandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal Kandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal Kandi is 043210. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.18 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dewal Kandi 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 Dewal Kandi
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal Kandi village had a total population of 241 people, including 88 males and 153 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,739 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.09%, with male literacy at 67.65% and female literacy at 45.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 241 | 88 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 42 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal Kandi
Dewal Kandi 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 Dewal Kandi
Public transport in the Dewal Kandi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Dewal Kandi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dewal Kandi is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal Kandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal Kandi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dewal Kandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewal Kandi 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 Dewal Kandi
Where is Dewal Kandi located?
Dewal Kandi village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal Kandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal Kandi is Devalkandi.
What is the pincode of Dewal Kandi?
The pincode of Dewal Kandi is 249122.
What is the population of Dewal Kandi?
Dewal Kandi had a total population of 241, including 88 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Dewal Kandi?
Dewal Kandi had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal Kandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal Kandi was 53.09%. Male literacy was 67.65% and female literacy was 45.24%.