Divasa - Mangrol, Junagadh
Divasa is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Divasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Divasa is 514795. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.18 hectares and falls under the 362240 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Divasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Divasa
According to the 2011 Census, Divasa village had a total population of 3,469 people, including 1,778 males and 1,691 females, living in 627 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.01%, with male literacy at 81.38% and female literacy at 59.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 751, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 416.
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 | 3,469 | 1,778 | 1,691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 210 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 376 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 206 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 2,158 | 1,276 | 882 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 502 | 809 |
Nearby Villages of Divasa
Divasa 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 Divasa
Public transport in the Divasa is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mangrol to Divasa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Divasa is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Divasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Divasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Divasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Divasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Divasa
Where is Divasa located?
Divasa village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Divasa?
Divasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Divasa?
The pincode of Divasa is 362240.
What is the population of Divasa?
Divasa had a total population of 3,469, including 1,778 males and 1,691 females.
How many households are there in Divasa?
Divasa had 627 households.
What is the literacy rate in Divasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Divasa was 71.01%. Male literacy was 81.38% and female literacy was 59.96%.