Dewan
About Dewan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dewan village is 310789. Dewan village is located in Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.3km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarganj (tehsildar office) and 31.8km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Samjia is the gram panchayat of Dewan village.
The total geographical area of village is 102.78 hectares. Dewan has a total population of 800 peoples, out of which male population is 431 while female population is 369. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 856 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dewan village is 55.00% out of which 58.70% males and 50.68% females are literate. There are about 186 houses in dewan village. Pincode of dewan village locality is 733141.
Balurghat is nearest town to dewan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Dewan
The population details of Dewan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 431 | 369 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 326 | 182 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 440 | 253 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 178 | 182 |
Connectivity of Dewan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dewan
Where is Dewan located?
Dewan village is situated in Kumarganj Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewan is Samjia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dewan?
The pincode of Dewan is 733141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dewan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dewan is 800, with 431 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Dewan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dewan village has a total of 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dewan is 55.00%. The male literacy rate is 58.70%, while the female literacy rate is 50.68%.