Devpar - Mandvi, Kachchh
Devpar is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Devpar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpar is 507195. The village covers a total geographical area of 1846.22 hectares and falls under the 370445 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Devpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpar
According to the 2011 Census, Devpar village had a total population of 2,622 people, including 1,277 males and 1,345 females, living in 563 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.15%, with male literacy at 80.13% and female literacy at 60.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,224, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 2,622 | 1,277 | 1,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 190 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,224 | 614 | 610 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,579 | 871 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 406 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Devpar
Devpar 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 Devpar
Devpar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Devpar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Devpar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Devpar is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devpar
Where is Devpar located?
Devpar village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devpar?
Devpar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devpar?
The pincode of Devpar is 370445.
What is the population of Devpar?
Devpar had a total population of 2,622, including 1,277 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Devpar?
Devpar had 563 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpar was 70.15%. Male literacy was 80.13% and female literacy was 60.82%.