Devalki - Kunkavav Vadia, Amreli
Devalki is a village situated in the Kunkavav Vadia taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Devalki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devalki is 515383. The village covers a total geographical area of 1400.79 hectares and falls under the 365480 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devalki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devalki
As per Census 2011, Devalki village has a total population of 2,909 people, consisting of 1,478 males and 1,431 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,984 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devalki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,909 | 1,478 | 1,431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 173 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 180 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,984 | 1,082 | 902 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 396 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Devalki
Devalki 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 Devalki
Public transport in the Devalki is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Devalki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jetpur to Devalki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Devalki is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devalki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devalki 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 Devalki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devalki 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devalki
Where is Devalki located?
Devalki village is located in Kunkavav Vadia Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devalki?
Devalki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devalki?
The pincode of Devalki is 365480.
What is the population of Devalki?
Devalki has a total population of 2,909, including 1,478 males and 1,431 females.
How many households are there in Devalki?
There are 588 households in Devalki.
What is the literacy rate in Devalki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devalki is 68.20%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 63.03%.