Devsu - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Devsu is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Vajrath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devsu is 566661. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.19 hectares and falls under the 416516 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Devsu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devsu
According to the 2011 Census, Devsu village had a total population of 521 people, including 238 males and 283 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.17%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 66.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 521 | 238 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 7 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 201 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 37 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Devsu
Devsu 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 Devsu
Devsu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devsu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vengurla to Devsu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Devsu is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devsu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devsu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devsu
Where is Devsu located?
Devsu village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Devsu is Vajrath.
What is the pincode of Devsu?
The pincode of Devsu is 416516.
What is the population of Devsu?
Devsu had a total population of 521, including 238 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Devsu?
Devsu had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devsu was 76.17%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 66.54%.