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.
Here you can discover what makes Devdhung unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Devdhung’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Devdhung has a total population of about 430, with approximately 209 males and 221 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.95%, with male literacy at about 73.68% and female literacy near 54.75%. There are around 89 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devdhung's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.