Devsar - Chotila, Surendranagar
Devsar is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Devsar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devsar is 512331. The village covers a total geographical area of 1092.76 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Devsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devsar
As per Census 2011, Devsar village has a total population of 1,515 people, consisting of 811 males and 704 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | 811 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 161 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 486 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 325 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Devsar
Devsar 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 Devsar
Public transport in the Devsar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devsar.
| 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 Chotila to Devsar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Devsar is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devsar 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 Devsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devsar 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 Devsar
Where is Devsar located?
Devsar village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devsar?
Devsar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devsar?
The pincode of Devsar is 363520.
What is the population of Devsar?
Devsar has a total population of 1,515, including 811 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Devsar?
There are 259 households in Devsar.
What is the literacy rate in Devsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devsar is 48.51%. Male literacy is 59.93% and female literacy is 35.37%.