Devisar - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Devisar is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Devisar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devisar is 506985. The village covers a total geographical area of 1971.98 hectares and falls under the 370665 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Devisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devisar
According to the 2011 Census, Devisar village had a total population of 1,364 people, including 723 males and 641 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.07%, with male literacy at 85.24% and female literacy at 65.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 467, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,364 | 723 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 247 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 537 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 186 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Devisar
Devisar 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 Devisar
Public transport in the Devisar 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 Bhuj to Devisar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devisar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devisar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devisar
Where is Devisar located?
Devisar village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devisar?
Devisar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devisar?
The pincode of Devisar is 370665.
What is the population of Devisar?
Devisar had a total population of 1,364, including 723 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Devisar?
Devisar had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devisar was 76.07%. Male literacy was 85.24% and female literacy was 65.78%.