Devdhung
Devdhung is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Devdhung village is also a gram panchayat.
Devdhung has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Devdhung
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devdhung is 040136. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Devdhung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Devdhung
Population of Devdhung
Below is a concise population overview of Devdhung as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 209 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 95 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 154 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 55 | 100 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Devdhung village:
- The total population of Devdhung village is around 430, including approximately 209 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Devdhung village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Devdhung village has 195 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Devdhung village is about 63.95%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 54.75%.
- There are around 89 households in Devdhung village.
Connectivity of Devdhung
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devdhung. As per the 2011 stats, Devdhung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Devdhung
Knowing the nearby villages of Devdhung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devdhung.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devdhung
- Where is Devdhung located?
- Devdhung village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devdhung?
- Devdhung serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Devdhung?
- The pincode of Devdhung is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devdhung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devdhung is 430, with 209 males and 221 females.
- How many households are there in Devdhung as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devdhung village has a total of 89 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devdhung as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devdhung is 63.95%. The male literacy rate is 73.68%, while the female literacy rate is 54.75%.