Devkherki
About Devkherki
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Devkherki village is 565287. Devkherki village is located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Devkherki village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 551 hectares. Devkherki has a total population of 1,124 peoples, out of which male population is 560 while female population is 564. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of devkherki village is 72.42% out of which 84.29% males and 60.64% females are literate. There are about 257 houses in devkherki village. Pincode of devkherki village locality is 415701.
When it comes to administration, Devkherki village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Devkherki village comes under Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to devkherki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Devkherki
The population details of Devkherki cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,124 | 560 | 564 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 814 | 472 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 88 | 222 |
Connectivity of Devkherki
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Devkherki
Where is Devkherki located?
Devkherki village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devkherki?
Devkherki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Devkherki?
The pincode of Devkherki is 415701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Devkherki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devkherki is 1,124, with 560 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Devkherki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Devkherki village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devkherki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devkherki is 72.42%. The male literacy rate is 84.29%, while the female literacy rate is 60.64%.