Davkali - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Davkali is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Sitarganj and around 62 km from Rudrapur. Devkali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Davkali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davkali is 056208. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.55 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Davkali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davkali
As per Census 2011, Davkali village has a total population of 1,662 people, consisting of 820 males and 842 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,001 literate and 661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Davkali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,662 | 820 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 568 | 280 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 579 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 241 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Davkali
Davkali 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 Davkali
Davkali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Davkali is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Davkali is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davkali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davkali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Davkali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davkali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Davkali
Where is Davkali located?
Davkali village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Davkali?
The Gram Panchayat of Davkali is Devkali.
What is the pincode of Davkali?
The pincode of Davkali is 262311.
What is the population of Davkali?
Davkali has a total population of 1,662, including 820 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Davkali?
There are 272 households in Davkali.
What is the literacy rate in Davkali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davkali is 60.23%. Male literacy is 70.61% and female literacy is 50.12%.