Devgam - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Devgam village had a total population of 3,549 people, including 1,810 males and 1,739 females, living in 761 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.86%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 66.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,549, including 1,810 males and 1,739 females.
How many households are there in Devgam?
Devgam had 761 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgam was 73.86%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 66.52%.