Devaliya - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Devaliya is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from Kalyanpur and around 130 km from Jamnagar. Devaliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devaliya is 513984. The village covers a total geographical area of 3694.84 hectares and falls under the 361320 pincode. Porbandar is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Devaliya village had a total population of 6,664 people, including 3,353 males and 3,311 females, living in 1,196 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.76%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 58.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 6,664 | 3,353 | 3,311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 839 | 423 | 416 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 198 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,947 | 2,253 | 1,694 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,717 | 1,100 | 1,617 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Porbandar to Devaliya is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Devaliya is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devaliya
Where is Devaliya located?
Devaliya village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka 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 361320.
What is the population of Devaliya?
Devaliya had a total population of 6,664, including 3,353 males and 3,311 females.
How many households are there in Devaliya?
Devaliya had 1,196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devaliya was 67.76%. Male literacy was 76.89% and female literacy was 58.51%.