Devipada - Chikada, Narmada
Devipada is a village situated in the Chikada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Dediapada and around 69 km from Rajpipla. Chikda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipada is 521710. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.52 hectares and falls under the 393041 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devipada
According to the 2011 Census, Devipada village had a total population of 323 people, including 163 males and 160 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.31%, with male literacy at 85.94% and female literacy at 82.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.
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 | 323 | 163 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 153 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 110 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Devipada
Devipada 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 Devipada
Devipada 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 Dediapada to Devipada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Devipada is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devipada 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 Devipada
Where is Devipada located?
Devipada village is located in Chikada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Devipada is Chikda.
What is the pincode of Devipada?
The pincode of Devipada is 393041.
What is the population of Devipada?
Devipada had a total population of 323, including 163 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Devipada?
Devipada had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipada was 84.31%. Male literacy was 85.94% and female literacy was 82.68%.