Devgana
Devgana is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Devgana village is also a gram panchayat.
Devgana has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Devgana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devgana is 516393. The village spans a total geographical area of 1848.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364260. Sihor is nearest town to Devgana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Devgana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Devgana
Population of Devgana
Below is a concise population overview of Devgana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,547 | 2,903 | 2,644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 640 | 333 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,599 | 2,180 | 1,419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,948 | 723 | 1,225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Devgana village:
- The total population of Devgana village is around 5,547, including approximately 2,903 males and 2,644 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 640 children aged 0–6 years in Devgana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Devgana village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Devgana village is about 64.88%, with male literacy at 75.09% and female literacy at 53.67%.
- There are around 984 households in Devgana village.
Connectivity of Devgana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devgana. As per the 2011 stats, Devgana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Devgana
Knowing the nearby villages of Devgana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devgana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devgana
- Where is Devgana located?
- Devgana village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devgana?
- Devgana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Devgana?
- The pincode of Devgana is 364260, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devgana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devgana is 5,547, with 2,903 males and 2,644 females.
- How many households are there in Devgana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devgana village has a total of 984 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devgana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devgana is 64.88%. The male literacy rate is 75.09%, while the female literacy rate is 53.67%.