Devangaon - Almel, Vijayapura
Devangaon is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Sindgi and around 95 km from Bijapur. Devangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devangaon is 599298. The village covers a total geographical area of 4195.22 hectares and falls under the 586206 pincode. Afzalpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Devangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Devangaon village had a total population of 6,307 people, including 3,245 males and 3,062 females, living in 1,047 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.82%, with male literacy at 71.27% and female literacy at 49.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 531.
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 | 6,307 | 3,245 | 3,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,024 | 551 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 282 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,213 | 1,920 | 1,293 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,094 | 1,325 | 1,769 |
Nearby Villages of Devangaon
Devangaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Soan | North | 2.98 km |
| Kadlewad(p.a) | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Belundgi | North | 4.61 km |
| Byadgihal (old) | West | 4.70 km |
| Shivpur | East | 4.95 km |
| Mangaroli | North-West | 5.20 km |
| Kumashigi | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Banhatti | East | 6.21 km |
| Algi (k) | North | 6.44 km |
| Algi (b) | North-West | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devangaon
Devangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dudhani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Afzalpur to Devangaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Devangaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devangaon
Where is Devangaon located?
Devangaon village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devangaon?
Devangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devangaon?
The pincode of Devangaon is 586206.
What is the population of Devangaon?
Devangaon had a total population of 6,307, including 3,245 males and 3,062 females.
How many households are there in Devangaon?
Devangaon had 1,047 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devangaon was 60.82%. Male literacy was 71.27% and female literacy was 49.94%.