Dewara - Mori, Uttarkashi
Dewara is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Devra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewara is 040256. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.18 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Dewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewara
According to the 2011 Census, Dewara village had a total population of 443 people, including 216 males and 227 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.97%, with male literacy at 89.60% and female literacy at 52.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263.
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 | 443 | 216 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 155 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 61 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Dewara
Dewara 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 Dewara
Public transport in the Dewara is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dewara is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dewara is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewara 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 Dewara
Where is Dewara located?
Dewara village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewara is Devra.
What is the pincode of Dewara?
The pincode of Dewara is 249128.
What is the population of Dewara?
Dewara had a total population of 443, including 216 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Dewara?
Dewara had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewara was 69.97%. Male literacy was 89.60% and female literacy was 52.11%.