Dovalu
Dovalu is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Dov is the gram panchayat of Dovalu village.
Dovalu 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 Dovalu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dovalu is 043168. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Dovalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dovalu 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.
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Population of Dovalu
Below is a concise population overview of Dovalu 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 | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dovalu village:
- The total population of Dovalu village is around 83, including approximately 39 males and 44 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Dovalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dovalu village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Dovalu village is about 57.83%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.00%.
- There are around 18 households in Dovalu village.
Connectivity of Dovalu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dovalu. As per the 2011 stats, Dovalu 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 Dovalu
Knowing the nearby villages of Dovalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dovalu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dovalu
- Where is Dovalu located?
- Dovalu village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dovalu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dovalu is Dov (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dovalu?
- The pincode of Dovalu is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dovalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dovalu is 83, with 39 males and 44 females.
- How many households are there in Dovalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dovalu village has a total of 18 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dovalu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dovalu is 57.83%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.