Devaliya - Umrala, Bhavnagar
Devaliya is a village situated in the Umrala taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umrala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Devaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devaliya is 516218. The village covers a total geographical area of 819.95 hectares and falls under the 364230 pincode. Dhola is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Devaliya village had a total population of 1,164 people, including 617 males and 547 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.83%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 46.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 1,164 | 617 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 404 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 213 | 334 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devaliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhola to Devaliya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Devaliya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devaliya
Where is Devaliya located?
Devaliya village is located in Umrala 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 364230.
What is the population of Devaliya?
Devaliya had a total population of 1,164, including 617 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Devaliya?
Devaliya had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devaliya was 62.83%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 46.10%.