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
As per Census 2011, Devjhiri village has a total population of 1,491 people, consisting of 788 males and 703 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 1,030 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,442 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devjhiri are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,491, including 788 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Devjhiri?
There are 236 households in Devjhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Devjhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devjhiri is 30.92%. Male literacy is 32.23% and female literacy is 29.45%.