Devo Chak - Hiranagar, Kathua
Devo Chak is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Devo Chak village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devo Chak is 002142. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devo Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devo Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Devo Chak village had a total population of 911 people, including 481 males and 430 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.68%, with male literacy at 85.85% and female literacy at 72.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 303, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 911 | 481 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 167 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 358 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 123 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Devo Chak
Devo Chak 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 Devo Chak
Devo Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devo Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hiranagar to Devo Chak is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Devo Chak is about 38 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 Devo Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devo Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devo Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devo Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devo Chak
Where is Devo Chak located?
Devo Chak village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Devo Chak?
Devo Chak is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devo Chak?
The pincode of Devo Chak is 184148.
What is the population of Devo Chak?
Devo Chak had a total population of 911, including 481 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Devo Chak?
Devo Chak had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devo Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devo Chak was 79.68%. Male literacy was 85.85% and female literacy was 72.99%.