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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Devgole village had a total population of 340 people, including 182 males and 158 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.87%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 340 | 182 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Devgole?
The Halqa Panchayat of Devgole is Changloo.
What is the pincode of Devgole?
The pincode of Devgole is 182146.
What is the population of Devgole?
Devgole had a total population of 340, including 182 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Devgole?
Devgole had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgole was 58.87%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 50.00%.