Devgarh - Datia
Devgarh is a village situated in the Datia tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Datia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Basai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgarh is 454798. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.72 hectares and falls under the 475661 pincode. Babina is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Devgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Datia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Devgarh village had a total population of 777 people, including 424 males and 353 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.23%, with male literacy at 66.04% and female literacy at 37.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 312.
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 | 777 | 424 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 162 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 247 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 177 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Devgarh
Devgarh 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 Devgarh
Devgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Devgarh.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babina to Devgarh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Devgarh is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgarh 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgarh 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 Devgarh
Where is Devgarh located?
Devgarh village is located in Datia Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgarh is Basai.
What is the pincode of Devgarh?
The pincode of Devgarh is 475661.
What is the population of Devgarh?
Devgarh had a total population of 777, including 424 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Devgarh?
Devgarh had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgarh was 53.23%. Male literacy was 66.04% and female literacy was 37.66%.