Devdhung - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Devdhung is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Devdhung village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devdhung is 040136. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.38 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devdhung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devdhung
According to the 2011 Census, Devdhung village had a total population of 430 people, including 209 males and 221 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.56%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 60.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Devdhung
Devdhung 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 Devdhung
Devdhung is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Devdhung is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Devdhung is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devdhung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devdhung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devdhung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devdhung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Devdhung
Where is Devdhung located?
Devdhung village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devdhung?
Devdhung is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devdhung?
The pincode of Devdhung is 249185.
What is the population of Devdhung?
Devdhung had a total population of 430, including 209 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Devdhung?
Devdhung had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devdhung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devdhung was 72.56%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 60.20%.