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
As per Census 2011, Devisar village has a total population of 1,364 people, consisting of 723 males and 641 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devisar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,364, including 723 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Devisar?
There are 265 households in Devisar.
What is the literacy rate in Devisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devisar is 66.42%. Male literacy is 74.27% and female literacy is 57.57%.