Devghar

Devghar is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 141km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Devghar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Devghar unique in its vibrant Khed-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Devghar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Devghar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devghar is 565052. The village spans a total geographical area of 1153.55 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Devghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Devghar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Devghar

According to the 2011 Census, Devghar has a total population of about 1,026, with approximately 501 males and 525 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.15%, with male literacy at about 86.23% and female literacy near 64.57%. There are around 276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devghar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,026 501 525
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 38 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 51 23 28
Literate Population 771 432 339
Illiterate Population 255 69 186

Connectivity of Devghar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devghar. As per the 2011 stats, Devghar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Devghar

Knowing the nearby villages of Devghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devghar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Devghar

Where is Devghar located?
Devghar village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devghar?
Devghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Devghar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devghar is 1,026, with 501 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Devghar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Devghar village has a total of 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devghar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devghar is 75.15%. The male literacy rate is 86.23%, while the female literacy rate is 64.57%.