Devada - Garividi, Vizianagaram
Devada is a village situated in the Garividi mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garividi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Devada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devada is 582794. The village covers a total geographical area of 516 hectares and falls under the 535101 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devada
According to the 2011 Census, Devada village had a total population of 2,863 people, including 1,414 males and 1,449 females, living in 639 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.53%, with male literacy at 56.66% and female literacy at 40.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 2,863 | 1,414 | 1,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 168 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 706 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,645 | 708 | 937 |
Nearby Villages of Devada
Devada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dummeda | South | 2.11 km |
| Sivaram | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Thondrangi | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Purushothama Swamivari Lakshmipuram | East | 3.45 km |
| Nagallavalasa | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Golagam | South | 4.05 km |
| Chinthapallipeta | West | 4.07 km |
| Konuru | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Seripeta | West | 4.32 km |
| Aridivalasa | North-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devada
Devada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garividi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vizianagaram to Devada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devada 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 Devada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devada
Where is Devada located?
Devada village is located in Garividi Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devada?
Devada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devada?
The pincode of Devada is 535101.
What is the population of Devada?
Devada had a total population of 2,863, including 1,414 males and 1,449 females.
How many households are there in Devada?
Devada had 639 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devada was 48.53%. Male literacy was 56.66% and female literacy was 40.51%.