Devgana - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Devgana is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Devgana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgana is 516393. The village covers a total geographical area of 1848.78 hectares and falls under the 364260 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Devgana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgana
As per Census 2011, Devgana village has a total population of 5,547 people, consisting of 2,903 males and 2,644 females. The village has 984 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 640 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,599 literate and 1,948 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgana are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Devgana
Devgana 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 Devgana
Devgana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Devgana.
| 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 Sihor to Devgana is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Devgana is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgana 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 Devgana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devgana
Where is Devgana located?
Devgana village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgana?
Devgana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devgana?
The pincode of Devgana is 364260.
What is the population of Devgana?
Devgana has a total population of 5,547, including 2,903 males and 2,644 females.
How many households are there in Devgana?
There are 984 households in Devgana.
What is the literacy rate in Devgana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgana is 64.88%. Male literacy is 75.09% and female literacy is 53.67%.