Devgadh - Mendarda, Junagadh
Devgadh is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Devgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgadh is 514692. The village covers a total geographical area of 943.71 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgadh
As per Census 2011, Devgadh village has a total population of 901 people, consisting of 470 males and 431 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 293 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 470 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 348 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 122 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Devgadh
Devgadh 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 Devgadh
Devgadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Devgadh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Devgadh is about 33 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 Devgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgadh 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgadh 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 Devgadh
Where is Devgadh located?
Devgadh village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgadh?
Devgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devgadh?
The pincode of Devgadh is 362260.
What is the population of Devgadh?
Devgadh has a total population of 901, including 470 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Devgadh?
There are 191 households in Devgadh.
What is the literacy rate in Devgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgadh is 67.48%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 60.32%.