Devdragar - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Devdragar is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Tangmarg and around 50 km from Baramulla. Hardichloo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Devdragar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devdragar is 002629. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.6 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Tangmarg is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Devdragar 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 Devdragar
According to the 2011 Census, Devdragar village had a total population of 635 people, including 351 males and 284 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.33%, with male literacy at 75.57% and female literacy at 55.84%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 635 | 351 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 89 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 198 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 153 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Devdragar
Devdragar 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 Devdragar
Devdragar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Tangmarg to Devdragar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Devdragar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devdragar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devdragar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devdragar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devdragar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devdragar
Where is Devdragar located?
Devdragar village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Devdragar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Devdragar is Hardichloo.
What is the pincode of Devdragar?
The pincode of Devdragar is 193402.
What is the population of Devdragar?
Devdragar had a total population of 635, including 351 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Devdragar?
Devdragar had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devdragar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devdragar was 66.33%. Male literacy was 75.57% and female literacy was 55.84%.