Devukona - Komarada, Parvathipuram Manyam
Devukona is a village situated in the Komarada mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Komarada and around 109 km from Vizianagaram. Devukona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devukona is 581765. The village covers a total geographical area of 303 hectares and falls under the 535521 pincode. Parvathipuram is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Devukona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devukona
As per Census 2011, Devukona village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 229 males and 290 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,266 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 425 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devukona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 229 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 189 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 142 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 87 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Devukona
Devukona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Poornapadu | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Alluwada | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Komatlapeta | East | 2.16 km |
| Ulipiri | North | 2.18 km |
| Komarada | South | 2.53 km |
| Chinakherjala | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Koriseela | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Labasu | East | 3.24 km |
| Kottu | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Chollapadam | North | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devukona
Devukona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gumada, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parvathipuram to Devukona is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Devukona is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devukona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devukona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devukona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devukona 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devukona
Where is Devukona located?
Devukona village is located in Komarada Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devukona?
Devukona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devukona?
The pincode of Devukona is 535521.
What is the population of Devukona?
Devukona has a total population of 519, including 229 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Devukona?
There are 153 households in Devukona.
What is the literacy rate in Devukona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devukona is 49.71%. Male literacy is 62.01% and female literacy is 40.00%.