Devawas - Tosham, Bhiwani
Devawas is a village situated in the Tosham tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tosham and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Devawas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devawas is 061241. The village covers a total geographical area of 1013 hectares and falls under the 127043 pincode. Tosham is the nearest town.
Devawas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tosham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devawas
As per Census 2011, Devawas village has a total population of 2,113 people, consisting of 1,147 males and 966 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,314 literate and 799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devawas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,113 | 1,147 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 142 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 249 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 1,314 | 835 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 312 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Devawas
Devawas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Talwani | South | 3.06 km |
| Kharkhri (1240 | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Isharwal | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Mandhan | East | 4.52 km |
| Sidhan | North-East | 6.58 km |
| Gopalwas | South | 7.12 km |
| Hariyawas | South | 7.53 km |
| Mandholi Kalan | South | 7.57 km |
| Katwar | East | 8.17 km |
| Bidhwan | West | 8.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devawas
Public transport in the Devawas is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhunpa, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| 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 Bhiwani to Devawas is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devawas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devawas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devawas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devawas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devawas
Where is Devawas located?
Devawas village is located in Tosham Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devawas?
Devawas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devawas?
The pincode of Devawas is 127043.
What is the population of Devawas?
Devawas has a total population of 2,113, including 1,147 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Devawas?
There are 402 households in Devawas.
What is the literacy rate in Devawas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devawas is 62.19%. Male literacy is 72.80% and female literacy is 49.59%.