Devada Village - Patan, Durg
Devada is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Dewada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devada is 442677. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.39 hectares and falls under the 491111 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Devada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devada
As per Census 2011, Devada village has a total population of 1,770 people, consisting of 889 males and 881 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,231 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devada are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,770 | 889 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 89 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,231 | 688 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 201 | 338 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arasnara (devara) | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Punaidih | West | 2.11 km |
| Nawagaon | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Funda (devara) | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Santra | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Demar | East | 3.49 km |
| Loharsi | North | 3.61 km |
| Chhata | West | 3.63 km |
| Soram | South | 3.90 km |
| Kasahi | South | 4.02 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 Gcab, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patan to Devada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Devada is about 27 km, with the usual travel time 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 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devada
Where is Devada located?
Devada village is located in Patan Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devada?
The Gram Panchayat of Devada is Dewada.
What is the pincode of Devada?
The pincode of Devada is 491111.
What is the population of Devada?
Devada has a total population of 1,770, including 889 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Devada?
There are 383 households in Devada.
What is the literacy rate in Devada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devada is 69.55%. Male literacy is 77.39% and female literacy is 61.63%.