Dewal - Mori, Uttarkashi
Dewal is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pujeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewal is 040225. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.88 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Dewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewal
According to the 2011 Census, Dewal village had a total population of 108 people, including 60 males and 48 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 84.31% and female literacy at 70.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Dewal
Dewal 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 Dewal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dewal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Barkot to Dewal is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dewal is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewal 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 Dewal
Where is Dewal located?
Dewal village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewal is Pujeli.
What is the pincode of Dewal?
The pincode of Dewal is 249128.
What is the population of Dewal?
Dewal had a total population of 108, including 60 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Dewal?
Dewal had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewal was 78.26%. Male literacy was 84.31% and female literacy was 70.73%.