Dev Gaon
Dev Gaon is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Dev Gaon village. As per 2009 stats, Lagru is the gram panchayat of Dev Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Dev Gaon unique in its vibrant Khundian-Kangra region. You’ll see Dev Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dev Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dev Gaon is 010822. The village spans a total geographical area of 215.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176031. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Dev Gaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dev Gaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dev Gaon
Population of Dev Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dev Gaon has a total population of about 229, with approximately 117 males and 112 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.57%, with male literacy at about 59.83% and female literacy near 63.39%. There are around 45 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dev Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 117 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 141 | 70 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 47 | 41 |
Connectivity of Dev Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dev Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dev Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dev Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dev Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dev Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dev Gaon
- Where is Dev Gaon located?
- Dev Gaon village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dev Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dev Gaon is Lagru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dev Gaon?
- The pincode of Dev Gaon is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dev Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dev Gaon is 229, with 117 males and 112 females.
- How many households are there in Dev Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dev Gaon village has a total of 45 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dev Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dev Gaon is 61.57%. The male literacy rate is 59.83%, while the female literacy rate is 63.39%.