Devargonal Village - Shorapur, Yadgir
Devargonal is a village situated in the Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shorapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Devar Gonal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devargonal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devargonal is 621037. The village covers a total geographical area of 1739.05 hectares and falls under the 585220 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Devargonal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devargonal
As per Census 2011, Devargonal village has a total population of 3,243 people, consisting of 1,621 males and 1,622 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,198 literate and 2,045 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,624 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devargonal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,243 | 1,621 | 1,622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 259 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 275 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,624 | 820 | 804 |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 800 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,045 | 821 | 1,224 |
Nearby Villages of Devargonal
Devargonal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machgundal | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Bomanhalli | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Bahirimabdi | East | 3.06 km |
| Badyapur | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Siddapur (g) | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Rattal | East | 4.55 km |
| Shettikera | North | 5.21 km |
| Jalibenchi | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Tippanatgi | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Hasnapur | South-East | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devargonal
Public transport in the Devargonal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shorapur to Devargonal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Devargonal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devargonal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devargonal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devargonal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devargonal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devargonal
Where is Devargonal located?
Devargonal village is located in Shorapur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devargonal?
The Gram Panchayat of Devargonal is Devar Gonal.
What is the pincode of Devargonal?
The pincode of Devargonal is 585220.
What is the population of Devargonal?
Devargonal has a total population of 3,243, including 1,621 males and 1,622 females.
How many households are there in Devargonal?
There are 543 households in Devargonal.
What is the literacy rate in Devargonal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devargonal is 36.94%. Male literacy is 49.35% and female literacy is 24.54%.