Devsur - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Devsur is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Devsur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devsur is 538896. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.02 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Devsur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devsur
As per Census 2011, Devsur village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 46 males and 52 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devsur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 18 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Devsur
Devsur 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 Devsur
Devsur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Devsur is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devsur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devsur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Devsur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devsur 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 Devsur
Where is Devsur located?
Devsur village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devsur?
Devsur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devsur?
The pincode of Devsur is 442606.
What is the population of Devsur?
Devsur has a total population of 98, including 46 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Devsur?
There are 26 households in Devsur.
What is the literacy rate in Devsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devsur is 48.98%. Male literacy is 60.87% and female literacy is 38.46%.