Devkhol - Shrivardhan, Raigad
Devkhol is a village situated in the Shrivardhan tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Shrivardhan and around 141 km from Alibag. Nagaloli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devkhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devkhol is 554828. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 402404 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Devkhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devkhol
According to the 2011 Census, Devkhol village had a total population of 158 people, including 57 males and 101 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,772 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.49%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 59.57%.
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 | 158 | 57 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 20 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Devkhol
Devkhol 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 Devkhol
Devkhol 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 Shrivardhan to Devkhol is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Devkhol is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devkhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devkhol 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devkhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devkhol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devkhol
Where is Devkhol located?
Devkhol village is located in Shrivardhan Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devkhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Devkhol is Nagaloli.
What is the pincode of Devkhol?
The pincode of Devkhol is 402404.
What is the population of Devkhol?
Devkhol had a total population of 158, including 57 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Devkhol?
Devkhol had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devkhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devkhol was 65.49%. Male literacy was 77.08% and female literacy was 59.57%.