Devkara - Ahmadpur, Latur
Devkara is a village situated in the Ahmadpur tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ahmadpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Devkara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devkara is 560290. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.77 hectares and falls under the 413515 pincode. Ahamandpur is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Devkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devkara
As per Census 2011, Devkara village has a total population of 1,753 people, consisting of 922 males and 831 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,127 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devkara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,753 | 922 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 141 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 645 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 277 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Devkara
Devkara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hingangaon | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Dagadwadi | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Mohgaon | South | 3.06 km |
| Molwan | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Katkarwadi | West | 3.52 km |
| Khanapur | South | 3.68 km |
| Dhaswadi | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Kingaon | East | 4.61 km |
| Wagdari | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Murkutwadi | West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devkara
Devkara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pangaon, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ahamandpur to Devkara is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Devkara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devkara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devkara
Where is Devkara located?
Devkara village is located in Ahmadpur Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devkara?
Devkara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devkara?
The pincode of Devkara is 413515.
What is the population of Devkara?
Devkara has a total population of 1,753, including 922 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Devkara?
There are 306 households in Devkara.
What is the literacy rate in Devkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devkara is 64.29%. Male literacy is 69.96% and female literacy is 58.00%.