Devgam Village - Kunkavav Vadia, Amreli
Devgam is a village situated in the Kunkavav Vadia taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Devgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgam is 515395. The village covers a total geographical area of 2295.63 hectares and falls under the 365460 pincode. Amreli is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amreli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Devgam
As per Census 2011, Devgam village has a total population of 3,549 people, consisting of 1,810 males and 1,739 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,339 literate and 1,210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgam are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,549 | 1,810 | 1,739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 202 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 165 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 2,339 | 1,302 | 1,037 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,210 | 508 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Devgam
Devgam 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 Devgam
Devgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amreli to Devgam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devgam
Where is Devgam located?
Devgam village is located in Kunkavav Vadia Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgam?
Devgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devgam?
The pincode of Devgam is 365460.
What is the population of Devgam?
Devgam has a total population of 3,549, including 1,810 males and 1,739 females.
How many households are there in Devgam?
There are 761 households in Devgam.
What is the literacy rate in Devgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgam is 65.91%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 59.63%.