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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewara
As per Census 2011, Dewara village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 216 males and 227 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 216 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| 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 has a total population of 443, including 216 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Dewara?
There are 99 households in Dewara.
What is the literacy rate in Dewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewara is 57.34%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 43.61%.