Devda - Kutiyana, Porbandar
Devda is a village situated in the Kutiyana taluka of Porbandar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutiyana and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Porbandar. Devda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devda is 514304. The village covers a total geographical area of 3005.85 hectares and falls under the 362650 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Devda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devda
As per Census 2011, Devda village has a total population of 3,821 people, consisting of 1,980 males and 1,841 females. The village has 773 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 484 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,469 literate and 1,352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,821 | 1,980 | 1,841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 254 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 177 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,469 | 1,450 | 1,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,352 | 530 | 822 |
Nearby Villages of Devda
Devda 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 Devda
Devda 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 | 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 Kutiyana to Devda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Porbandar to Devda is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devda
Where is Devda located?
Devda village is located in Kutiyana Taluka, Porbandar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devda?
Devda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devda?
The pincode of Devda is 362650.
What is the population of Devda?
Devda has a total population of 3,821, including 1,980 males and 1,841 females.
How many households are there in Devda?
There are 773 households in Devda.
What is the literacy rate in Devda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devda is 64.62%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 55.35%.