Devlian - Kalakote, Rajouri
Devlian is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Kharak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devlian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devlian is 001533. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.5 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Devlian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devlian
As per Census 2011, Devlian village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 176 males and 164 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devlian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 176 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 114 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 62 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Devlian
Devlian 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 Devlian
Devlian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Devlian is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Devlian 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 Devlian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devlian 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 Devlian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devlian 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devlian
Where is Devlian located?
Devlian village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devlian?
The Gram Panchayat of Devlian is Kharak.
What is the pincode of Devlian?
The pincode of Devlian is 185202.
What is the population of Devlian?
Devlian has a total population of 340, including 176 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Devlian?
There are 83 households in Devlian.
What is the literacy rate in Devlian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devlian is 49.41%. Male literacy is 64.77% and female literacy is 32.93%.