Deva - Penugonda, West Godavari
Deva is a village situated in the Penugonda mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penugonda and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Deva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deva is 588684. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 534123 pincode. Tanuku is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Deva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deva
As per Census 2011, Deva village has a total population of 2,946 people, consisting of 1,513 males and 1,433 females. The village has 833 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,075 literate and 871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,946 | 1,513 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,265 | 658 | 607 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,075 | 1,148 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 365 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Deva
Deva 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tamarada | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Mulaparru | East | 1.98 km |
| Kothalaparru | West | 2.17 km |
| Munamarru | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Ramannapalem | North | 2.87 km |
| Achanta | South | 3.02 km |
| Ilaparru | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Chinamallam | East | 4.30 km |
| Venkatramapuram | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Nadipudi | East | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deva
Deva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chinta Parru Ha, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanuku to Deva is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Deva is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deva
Where is Deva located?
Deva village is located in Penugonda Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deva?
Deva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deva?
The pincode of Deva is 534123.
What is the population of Deva?
Deva has a total population of 2,946, including 1,513 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Deva?
There are 833 households in Deva.
What is the literacy rate in Deva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deva is 70.43%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 64.69%.