Devgiri - Mandvi, Surat
Devgiri is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Luharvad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devgiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgiri is 523966. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.87 hectares and falls under the 394440 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Devgiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Devgiri village had a total population of 440 people, including 215 males and 225 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.47%, with male literacy at 79.06% and female literacy at 50.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 439.
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 | 440 | 215 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 214 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 151 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 64 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Devgiri
Devgiri 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 Devgiri
Devgiri 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 Devgiri is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Devgiri is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devgiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devgiri
Where is Devgiri located?
Devgiri village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgiri is Luharvad.
What is the pincode of Devgiri?
The pincode of Devgiri is 394440.
What is the population of Devgiri?
Devgiri had a total population of 440, including 215 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Devgiri?
Devgiri had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgiri was 64.47%. Male literacy was 79.06% and female literacy was 50.74%.