Devgaon - Jawhar, Palghar
Devgaon is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Jawhar and around 127 km from Thane. Dehare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgaon is 551877. The village covers a total geographical area of 592 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Devgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Devgaon village had a total population of 1,462 people, including 739 males and 723 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.43%, with male literacy at 70.52% and female literacy at 46.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,462.
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 | 1,462 | 739 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,462 | 739 | 723 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 445 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 294 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Devgaon
Devgaon 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 Devgaon
Devgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Jawhar to Devgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Devgaon is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgaon 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 Devgaon
Where is Devgaon located?
Devgaon village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgaon is Dehare.
What is the pincode of Devgaon?
The pincode of Devgaon is 401602.
What is the population of Devgaon?
Devgaon had a total population of 1,462, including 739 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Devgaon?
Devgaon had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgaon was 58.43%. Male literacy was 70.52% and female literacy was 46.02%.