Devgad - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Devgad is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk..
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgad is 566311. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 416613 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Devgad is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgad
As per Census 2011, Devgad village has a total population of 2,417 people, consisting of 1,290 males and 1,127 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,027 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,417 | 1,290 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 135 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,027 | 1,117 | 910 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 173 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Devgad
Devgad 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 Devgad
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Devgad is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Devgad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Devgad
Where is Devgad located?
Devgad village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Devgad?
The pincode of Devgad is 416613.
What is the population of Devgad?
Devgad has a total population of 2,417, including 1,290 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Devgad?
There are 527 households in Devgad.
What is the literacy rate in Devgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgad is 83.86%. Male literacy is 86.59% and female literacy is 80.75%.