Devgole - Banihal, Ramban
Devgole is a village situated in the Banihal tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banihal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ramban. Changloo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devgole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgole is 004528. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.4 hectares and falls under the 182146 pincode. Banihal is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Devgole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgole
As per Census 2011, Devgole village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 182 males and 158 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 174 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 182 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 100 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 82 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Devgole
Devgole 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 Devgole
Devgole 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 Devgole.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Banihal to Devgole is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Devgole 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 Devgole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devgole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgole 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 Devgole
Where is Devgole located?
Devgole village is located in Banihal Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgole?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgole is Changloo.
What is the pincode of Devgole?
The pincode of Devgole is 182146.
What is the population of Devgole?
Devgole has a total population of 340, including 182 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Devgole?
There are 68 households in Devgole.
What is the literacy rate in Devgole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgole is 48.82%. Male literacy is 54.95% and female literacy is 41.77%.