Devgarh - Sandhol, Mandi
Devgarh is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Devgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgarh is 013626. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.37 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Devgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgarh
As per Census 2011, Devgarh village has a total population of 338 people, consisting of 167 males and 171 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 167 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 134 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Devgarh
Devgarh 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 Devgarh
Public transport in the Devgarh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Devgarh is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devgarh
Where is Devgarh located?
Devgarh village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgarh?
Devgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devgarh?
The pincode of Devgarh is 176090.
What is the population of Devgarh?
Devgarh has a total population of 338, including 167 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Devgarh?
There are 81 households in Devgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Devgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgarh is 74.85%. Male literacy is 80.24% and female literacy is 69.59%.