Devgadh - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Devgadh village had a total population of 2,470 people, including 1,265 males and 1,205 females, living in 567 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.67%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 65.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,435.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,470, including 1,265 males and 1,205 females.
How many households are there in Devgadh?
Devgadh had 567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgadh was 73.67%. Male literacy was 81.65% and female literacy was 65.40%.