Devjhiri - Bhagwanpura, Khargone (West Nimar)
Devjhiri is a village situated in the Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpura and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Deojhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devjhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devjhiri is 477830. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.1 hectares and falls under the 451441 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Devjhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devjhiri
According to the 2011 Census, Devjhiri village had a total population of 1,491 people, including 788 males and 703 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.91%, with male literacy at 42.12% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,442.
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 | 1,491 | 788 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 185 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,442 | 757 | 685 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 254 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 534 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Devjhiri
Devjhiri 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 Devjhiri
Devjhiri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Khargone to Devjhiri is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devjhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devjhiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devjhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devjhiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devjhiri
Where is Devjhiri located?
Devjhiri village is located in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devjhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Devjhiri is Deojhiri.
What is the pincode of Devjhiri?
The pincode of Devjhiri is 451441.
What is the population of Devjhiri?
Devjhiri had a total population of 1,491, including 788 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Devjhiri?
Devjhiri had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devjhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devjhiri was 39.91%. Male literacy was 42.12% and female literacy was 37.50%.