Devdari - Barshitakli, Akola
Devdari is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Devdari village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devdari is 530547. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.01 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Devdari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devdari
According to the 2011 Census, Devdari village had a total population of 578 people, including 319 males and 259 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 812 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.49%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 64.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 578 | 319 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 80 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 239 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 80 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Devdari
Devdari 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 Devdari
Devdari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akola to Devdari is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devdari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devdari 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 Devdari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devdari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devdari
Where is Devdari located?
Devdari village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devdari?
Devdari is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devdari?
The pincode of Devdari is 444405.
What is the population of Devdari?
Devdari had a total population of 578, including 319 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Devdari?
Devdari had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devdari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devdari was 75.49%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 64.13%.