Devgad
Devgad is a village located in Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Devgad (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Deogad is the gram panchayat of Devgad village.
Devgad has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Devgad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devgad is 566311. The village spans a total geographical area of 172 hectares. Malwan is nearest town to Devgad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Devgad
Population of Devgad
Below is a concise population overview of Devgad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Devgad village:
- The total population of Devgad village is around 2,417, including approximately 1,290 males and 1,127 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Devgad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Devgad village has 298 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 59 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Devgad village is about 83.86%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 80.75%.
- There are around 527 households in Devgad village.
Connectivity of Devgad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devgad. As per the 2011 stats, Devgad 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 Devgad
Knowing the nearby villages of Devgad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devgad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devgad
- Where is Devgad located?
- Devgad village is situated in Devgad Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devgad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Devgad is Deogad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Devgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devgad is 2,417, with 1,290 males and 1,127 females.
- How many households are there in Devgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devgad village has a total of 527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devgad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devgad is 83.86%. The male literacy rate is 86.59%, while the female literacy rate is 80.75%.