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.

Dev Gaon has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Dev Gaon

Below is a concise population overview of Dev Gaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dev Gaon village:

  • The total population of Dev Gaon village is around 229, including approximately 117 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Dev Gaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dev Gaon village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dev Gaon village is about 61.57%, with male literacy at 59.83% and female literacy at 63.39%.
  • There are around 45 households in Dev Gaon village.

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%.