Devgaon - Wada, Palghar
Devgaon is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from Vada and around 55 km from Thane. Tilgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgaon is 552171. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.32 hectares and falls under the 421312 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgaon
As per Census 2011, Devgaon village has a total population of 1,224 people, consisting of 613 males and 611 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 637 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,224 | 613 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 93 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,211 | 605 | 606 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 346 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 267 | 370 |
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
Public transport in the Devgaon 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 Bhiwandi to Devgaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Devgaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devgaon
Where is Devgaon located?
Devgaon village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgaon is Tilgaon.
What is the pincode of Devgaon?
The pincode of Devgaon is 421312.
What is the population of Devgaon?
Devgaon has a total population of 1,224, including 613 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Devgaon?
There are 282 households in Devgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Devgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgaon is 47.96%. Male literacy is 56.44% and female literacy is 39.44%.