Devgadh Village - Mandvi, Surat
Devgadh is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Devgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgadh is 523970. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.64 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Devgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgadh
As per Census 2011, Devgadh village has a total population of 2,470 people, consisting of 1,265 males and 1,205 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,617 literate and 853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,435 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgadh are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,470 | 1,265 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,435 | 1,251 | 1,184 |
| Literate Population | 1,617 | 912 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 853 | 353 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Devgadh
Devgadh 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 Devgadh
Devgadh 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 Mandvi to Devgadh is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Devgadh is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgadh 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 Devgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devgadh
Where is Devgadh located?
Devgadh village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgadh?
Devgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devgadh?
The pincode of Devgadh is 394440.
What is the population of Devgadh?
Devgadh has a total population of 2,470, including 1,265 males and 1,205 females.
How many households are there in Devgadh?
There are 567 households in Devgadh.
What is the literacy rate in Devgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgadh is 65.47%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 58.51%.