Devla - Dhari, Amreli
Devla is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Devla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devla is 515719. The village covers a total geographical area of 2270.7 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Devla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devla
As per Census 2011, Devla village has a total population of 2,532 people, consisting of 1,315 males and 1,217 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,727 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 521 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,532 | 1,315 | 1,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 127 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 279 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 1,727 | 993 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 322 | 483 |
Nearby Villages of Devla
Devla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devla
Devla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devla.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Devla is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Devla is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devla
Where is Devla located?
Devla village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devla?
Devla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devla?
The pincode of Devla is 365640.
What is the population of Devla?
Devla has a total population of 2,532, including 1,315 males and 1,217 females.
How many households are there in Devla?
There are 512 households in Devla.
What is the literacy rate in Devla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devla is 68.21%. Male literacy is 75.51% and female literacy is 60.31%.