Devaliya - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Devaliya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Devaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devaliya is 516794. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.63 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Devaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Devaliya village had a total population of 1,361 people, including 728 males and 633 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.84%, with male literacy at 77.22% and female literacy at 49.04%.
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 | 1,361 | 728 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 153 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 444 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 284 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Devaliya
Devaliya 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 Devaliya
Devaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Devaliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahuva to Devaliya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Devaliya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devaliya 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devaliya
Where is Devaliya located?
Devaliya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devaliya?
Devaliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devaliya?
The pincode of Devaliya is 364290.
What is the population of Devaliya?
Devaliya had a total population of 1,361, including 728 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Devaliya?
Devaliya had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devaliya was 63.84%. Male literacy was 77.22% and female literacy was 49.04%.