Devulgaon - Akot, Akola
Devulgaon is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akot and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Dewulgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devulgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devulgaon is 529776. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.17 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Devulgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devulgaon
As per Census 2011, Devulgaon village has a total population of 1,323 people, consisting of 718 males and 605 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,110 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devulgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,323 | 718 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 168 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,110 | 627 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 91 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Devulgaon
Devulgaon 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 Devulgaon
Public transport in the Devulgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devulgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Devulgaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Devulgaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devulgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devulgaon 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 Devulgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devulgaon 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 Devulgaon
Where is Devulgaon located?
Devulgaon village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devulgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Devulgaon is Dewulgaon.
What is the pincode of Devulgaon?
The pincode of Devulgaon is 444101.
What is the population of Devulgaon?
Devulgaon has a total population of 1,323, including 718 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Devulgaon?
There are 309 households in Devulgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Devulgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devulgaon is 83.90%. Male literacy is 87.33% and female literacy is 79.83%.