Devky - Chiralla, Doda
Devky is a village situated in the Chiralla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Thathri and around 40 km from Doda. Chiralla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Devky village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devky is 004313. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Devky village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devky
According to the 2011 Census, Devky village had a total population of 567 people, including 280 males and 287 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.09%, with male literacy at 71.37% and female literacy at 41.20%.
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 | 567 | 280 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 162 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 118 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Devky
Devky 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 Devky
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Devky.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Devky is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Devky is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devky
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devky village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devky
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devky 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devky
Where is Devky located?
Devky village is located in Chiralla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Devky?
The Halqa Panchayat of Devky is Chiralla.
What is the pincode of Devky?
The pincode of Devky is 182201.
What is the population of Devky?
Devky had a total population of 567, including 280 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Devky?
Devky had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devky?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devky was 56.09%. Male literacy was 71.37% and female literacy was 41.20%.