Devaliya - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Devaliya is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Devaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devaliya is 516599. The village covers a total geographical area of 853.92 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devaliya
As per Census 2011, Devaliya village has a total population of 1,923 people, consisting of 981 males and 942 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,092 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devaliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | 981 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 135 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 663 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 318 | 513 |
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
Public transport in the Devaliya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talaja to Devaliya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Devaliya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Talaja 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 364140.
What is the population of Devaliya?
Devaliya has a total population of 1,923, including 981 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Devaliya?
There are 358 households in Devaliya.
What is the literacy rate in Devaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devaliya is 56.79%. Male literacy is 67.58% and female literacy is 45.54%.