Devla - Lodhika, Rajkot
Devla is a village situated in the Lodhika taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lodhika and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Devda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devla is 513021. The village covers a total geographical area of 955.59 hectares and falls under the 360021 pincode. Lodhika is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Devla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajkot Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devla
As per Census 2011, Devla village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 380 males and 396 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 380 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 317 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 63 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Devla
Devla 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 Devla
Devla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devla.
| 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 Lodhika to Devla is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Devla is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devla
Where is Devla located?
Devla village is located in Lodhika Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devla?
The Gram Panchayat of Devla is Devda.
What is the pincode of Devla?
The pincode of Devla is 360021.
What is the population of Devla?
Devla has a total population of 776, including 380 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Devla?
There are 171 households in Devla.
What is the literacy rate in Devla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devla is 74.61%. Male literacy is 83.42% and female literacy is 66.16%.