Devbugh - Kunzer, Baramulla
Devbugh is a village situated in the Kunzer tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Tagmarg and around 55 km from Baramulla. Devbugh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devbugh is 002647. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 193404 pincode. Kunzer is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Devbugh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devbugh
As per Census 2011, Devbugh village has a total population of 1,683 people, consisting of 864 males and 819 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 877 literate and 806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devbugh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,683 | 864 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 155 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 511 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 353 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Devbugh
Devbugh 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 Devbugh
Devbugh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devbugh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunzer to Devbugh is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Devbugh is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devbugh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devbugh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devbugh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devbugh 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Devbugh
Where is Devbugh located?
Devbugh village is located in Kunzer Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devbugh?
Devbugh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devbugh?
The pincode of Devbugh is 193404.
What is the population of Devbugh?
Devbugh has a total population of 1,683, including 864 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Devbugh?
There are 264 households in Devbugh.
What is the literacy rate in Devbugh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devbugh is 52.11%. Male literacy is 59.14% and female literacy is 44.69%.