Devala - Aundha (Nagnath), Hingoli
Devala is a village situated in the Aundha (Nagnath) tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aundha (nagnath) and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Devala village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devala is 546011. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 431702 pincode. Hingoli is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Devala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devala
According to the 2011 Census, Devala village had a total population of 191 people, including 108 males and 83 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.39%, with male literacy at 89.41% and female literacy at 42.86%.
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 | 191 | 108 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 76 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 32 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Devala
Devala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Turk Pimpari | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Anjanwada Tanda | West | 2.82 km |
| Aundha Nagnath | South | 3.44 km |
| Yehalegaon (solanke) | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Anjanwada | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Dharkheda | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Surwadi | East | 4.84 km |
| Bramhanwada Pr.aundha | West | 5.55 km |
| Sukapur | South-West | 5.56 km |
| Galandi | South-West | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devala
Devala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamni, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Hingoli to Devala is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devala
Where is Devala located?
Devala village is located in Aundha (Nagnath) Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devala?
Devala is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devala?
The pincode of Devala is 431702.
What is the population of Devala?
Devala had a total population of 191, including 108 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Devala?
Devala had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devala was 68.39%. Male literacy was 89.41% and female literacy was 42.86%.