Devargaon - Chandvad, Nashik
Devargaon is a village situated in the Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 97 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandvad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Devargaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devargaon is 550507. The village covers a total geographical area of 1316.91 hectares and falls under the 423101 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Devargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Devargaon village had a total population of 3,432 people, including 1,763 males and 1,669 females, living in 584 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.57%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 73.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 602.
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 | 3,432 | 1,763 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 228 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 146 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 602 | 299 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 2,430 | 1,336 | 1,094 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,002 | 427 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Devargaon
Devargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhoyegaon | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Gurhale | West | 3.06 km |
| Jopul | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Khadak Malegaon | South | 3.77 km |
| Hirapur | East | 4.25 km |
| Urdhul | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Sawargaon | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Khadakozar | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Pimplad | South-East | 5.58 km |
| Narayangaon | North-West | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devargaon
Public transport in the Devargaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lasalgaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.7 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 Manmad to Devargaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Devargaon 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 Devargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devargaon
Where is Devargaon located?
Devargaon village is located in Chandvad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devargaon?
Devargaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devargaon?
The pincode of Devargaon is 423101.
What is the population of Devargaon?
Devargaon had a total population of 3,432, including 1,763 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Devargaon?
Devargaon had 584 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devargaon was 80.57%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 73.87%.