Devachadi - Gondal, Rajkot
Devachadi is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Devachadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devachadi is 513249. The village covers a total geographical area of 1335.97 hectares and falls under the 360330 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Devachadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devachadi
As per Census 2011, Devachadi village has a total population of 2,059 people, consisting of 1,052 males and 1,007 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,542 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devachadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,052 | 1,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 105 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 210 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 841 | 701 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 211 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Devachadi
Devachadi 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 Devachadi
Devachadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devachadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Devachadi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Devachadi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devachadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devachadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devachadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devachadi 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 Devachadi
Where is Devachadi located?
Devachadi village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devachadi?
Devachadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devachadi?
The pincode of Devachadi is 360330.
What is the population of Devachadi?
Devachadi has a total population of 2,059, including 1,052 males and 1,007 females.
How many households are there in Devachadi?
There are 399 households in Devachadi.
What is the literacy rate in Devachadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devachadi is 74.89%. Male literacy is 79.94% and female literacy is 69.61%.