Devichamal - Peth, Nashik
Devichamal is a village situated in the Peth tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from Peint and around 57 km from Nashik. Devichamal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devichamal is 550790. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.5 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Devichamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dindori Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Devichamal
According to the 2011 Census, Devichamal village had a total population of 490 people, including 243 males and 247 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.98%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 57.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 489.
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 | 490 | 243 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 242 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 165 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 78 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Devichamal
Devichamal 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 Devichamal
Devichamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nashik to Devichamal is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devichamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devichamal 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 Devichamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devichamal 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 Devichamal
Where is Devichamal located?
Devichamal village is located in Peth Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devichamal?
Devichamal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devichamal?
The pincode of Devichamal is 422204.
What is the population of Devichamal?
Devichamal had a total population of 490, including 243 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Devichamal?
Devichamal had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devichamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devichamal was 68.98%. Male literacy was 80.10% and female literacy was 57.36%.