Devdhari - Vinchchiya, Rajkot
Devdhari is a village situated in the Vinchchiya taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 38 km from Jasdan and around 85 km from Rajkot. Devdhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devdhari is 513142. The village covers a total geographical area of 1849.97 hectares and falls under the 360055 pincode. Botad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Devdhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jasdan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devdhari
According to the 2011 Census, Devdhari village had a total population of 3,152 people, including 1,636 males and 1,516 females, living in 578 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.99%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 51.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 3,152 | 1,636 | 1,516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 247 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,662 | 1,001 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,490 | 635 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Devdhari
Devdhari 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 Devdhari
Public transport in the Devdhari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devdhari.
| 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 Botad to Devdhari is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Devdhari is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devdhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devdhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devdhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devdhari 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 Devdhari
Where is Devdhari located?
Devdhari village is located in Vinchchiya Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devdhari?
Devdhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devdhari?
The pincode of Devdhari is 360055.
What is the population of Devdhari?
Devdhari had a total population of 3,152, including 1,636 males and 1,516 females.
How many households are there in Devdhari?
Devdhari had 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devdhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devdhari was 61.99%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 51.16%.