Devit Buzurg - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Devit Buzurg is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Devit Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devit Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devit Buzurg is 477866. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.75 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Devit Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devit Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Devit Buzurg village had a total population of 1,225 people, including 632 males and 593 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.90%, with male literacy at 80.98% and female literacy at 56.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 688.
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 | 1,225 | 632 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 688 | 358 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 430 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 202 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Devit Buzurg
Devit Buzurg 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 Devit Buzurg
Devit Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Devit Buzurg is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Devit Buzurg is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devit Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devit Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devit Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devit Buzurg 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devit Buzurg
Where is Devit Buzurg located?
Devit Buzurg village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devit Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Devit Buzurg is Devit Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Devit Buzurg?
The pincode of Devit Buzurg is 451332.
What is the population of Devit Buzurg?
Devit Buzurg had a total population of 1,225, including 632 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Devit Buzurg?
Devit Buzurg had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devit Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devit Buzurg was 68.90%. Male literacy was 80.98% and female literacy was 56.02%.