Devit Khurd - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Devit Khurd 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 Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devit Khurd is 477863. 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 Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devit Khurd
As per Census 2011, Devit Khurd village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 285 males and 250 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devit Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 285 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 76 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 257 | 156 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 129 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Devit Khurd
Devit Khurd 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 Khurd
Devit Khurd 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 Khurd is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Devit Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devit Khurd 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 km |
Health Facilities in Devit Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devit Khurd
Where is Devit Khurd located?
Devit Khurd village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devit Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Devit Khurd is Devit Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Devit Khurd?
The pincode of Devit Khurd is 451332.
What is the population of Devit Khurd?
Devit Khurd has a total population of 535, including 285 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Devit Khurd?
There are 111 households in Devit Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Devit Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devit Khurd is 48.04%. Male literacy is 54.74% and female literacy is 40.40%.