Devada - Kothavalasa, Vizianagaram
Devada is a village situated in the Kothavalasa mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothavalasa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Devada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devada is 583068. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 535183 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Devada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devada
As per Census 2011, Devada village has a total population of 1,751 people, consisting of 858 males and 893 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 946 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,751 | 858 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 111 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 542 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 316 | 489 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramalingapuram | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Musiram | West | 2.00 km |
| Narapam | East | 2.10 km |
| Tamarapalle | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Sundarayyapeta | South | 2.63 km |
| Veerabhadra Puram | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Cheedivalasa | South | 2.89 km |
| Srungavaram | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Kallepalle | North | 3.52 km |
| Rega | North-West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devada
Devada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Visakhapatnam to Devada is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Devada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devada
Where is Devada located?
Devada village is located in Kothavalasa 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 535183.
What is the population of Devada?
Devada has a total population of 1,751, including 858 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Devada?
There are 471 households in Devada.
What is the literacy rate in Devada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devada is 54.03%. Male literacy is 63.17% and female literacy is 45.24%.