Devel
Devel is a village located in Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pratapnagar (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Dewal is the gram panchayat of Devel village.
Here you can discover what makes Devel unique in its vibrant Pratapnagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Devel’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Devel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devel is 043502. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249165. Tehri is nearest town to Devel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 107km away.
Google Map of Devel
Population of Devel
According to the 2011 Census, Devel has a total population of about 659, with approximately 344 males and 315 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 142 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.90%, with male literacy at about 79.94% and female literacy near 67.30%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 344 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 487 | 275 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 69 | 103 |
Connectivity of Devel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devel. As per the 2011 stats, Devel 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 Devel
Knowing the nearby villages of Devel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devel
- Where is Devel located?
- Devel village is situated in Pratapnagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Devel is Dewal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Devel?
- The pincode of Devel is 249165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devel is 659, with 344 males and 315 females.
- How many households are there in Devel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devel village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devel is 73.90%. The male literacy rate is 79.94%, while the female literacy rate is 67.30%.