Devala - Nizar, Tapi
Devala is a village situated in the Nizar taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizar and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Devala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devala is 524480. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.8 hectares and falls under the 394370 pincode. Nandarbar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Devala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devala
According to the 2011 Census, Devala village had a total population of 1,461 people, including 726 males and 735 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 53.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 757.
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 | 1,461 | 726 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 103 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 757 | 359 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 480 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 246 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Devala
Devala 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 Devala
Devala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Devala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandarbar to Devala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Devala is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devala
Where is Devala located?
Devala village is located in Nizar Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devala?
Devala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devala?
The pincode of Devala is 394370.
What is the population of Devala?
Devala had a total population of 1,461, including 726 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Devala?
Devala had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devala was 65.31%. Male literacy was 77.05% and female literacy was 53.72%.