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
According to the 2011 Census, Devsur village had a total population of 98 people, including 46 males and 52 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.34%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 98, including 46 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Devsur?
Devsur had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devsur was 62.34%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 50.00%.