Devhadi - Lakhani, Bhandara
Devhadi is a village situated in the Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhani and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Deori serves as the Village Panchayat for Devhadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devhadi is 537258. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.12 hectares and falls under the 441912 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Devhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devhadi
According to the 2011 Census, Devhadi village had a total population of 611 people, including 299 males and 312 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.13%, with male literacy at 89.26% and female literacy at 75.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 611 | 299 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 241 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 58 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Devhadi
Devhadi 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 Devhadi
Devhadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhandara to Devhadi is about 41 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 Devhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devhadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devhadi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Devhadi
Where is Devhadi located?
Devhadi village is located in Lakhani Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devhadi?
The Village Panchayat of Devhadi is Deori.
What is the pincode of Devhadi?
The pincode of Devhadi is 441912.
What is the population of Devhadi?
Devhadi had a total population of 611, including 299 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Devhadi?
Devhadi had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devhadi was 82.13%. Male literacy was 89.26% and female literacy was 75.35%.