Dovalu - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Dovalu is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 69 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dov Chandbadni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dovalu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dovalu is 043168. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.02 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Dovalu 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 Dovalu
As per Census 2011, Dovalu village has a total population of 83 people, consisting of 39 males and 44 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dovalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Dovalu
Dovalu 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 Dovalu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dovalu.
| 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 Dovalu is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dovalu is about 69 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 Dovalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dovalu 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 Dovalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dovalu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dovalu
Where is Dovalu located?
Dovalu village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dovalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dovalu is Dov Chandbadni.
What is the pincode of Dovalu?
The pincode of Dovalu is 249161.
What is the population of Dovalu?
Dovalu has a total population of 83, including 39 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Dovalu?
There are 18 households in Dovalu.
What is the literacy rate in Dovalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dovalu is 57.83%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 50.00%.