Devapur - Vikramgad, Palghar
Devapur is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from Vikramgad and around 93 km from Thane. Dadade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devapur is 551773. The village falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devapur 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 Devapur
As per Census 2011, Devapur village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 404 males and 460 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 857 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 404 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 78 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 857 | 400 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 206 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 198 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Devapur
Devapur 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 Devapur
Devapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Devapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Devapur is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devapur
Where is Devapur located?
Devapur village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devapur is Dadade.
What is the pincode of Devapur?
The pincode of Devapur is 401605.
What is the population of Devapur?
Devapur has a total population of 864, including 404 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Devapur?
There are 147 households in Devapur.
What is the literacy rate in Devapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devapur is 43.29%. Male literacy is 50.99% and female literacy is 36.52%.