Devel - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Devel is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 107 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devel is 043502. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.92 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Devel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devel
According to the 2011 Census, Devel village had a total population of 659 people, including 344 males and 315 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.28%, with male literacy at 95.82% and female literacy at 78.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 659 | 344 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 275 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 69 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Devel
Devel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Molga | South | 0.80 km |
| Dang | West | 1.45 km |
| Silwal Gaon | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Jemunda Chak | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Khet | South | 2.06 km |
| Thala | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Sukri | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Jewala | North | 2.20 km |
| Julan Gaon | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Pansut | East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devel
Devel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| 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 Tehri to Devel is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Devel is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devel 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 Devel
Where is Devel located?
Devel village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devel?
The Gram Panchayat of Devel is Dewal.
What is the pincode of Devel?
The pincode of Devel is 249165.
What is the population of Devel?
Devel had a total population of 659, including 344 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Devel?
Devel had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devel was 87.28%. Male literacy was 95.82% and female literacy was 78.23%.