Devgaon - Murbad, Thane
Devgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Devgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgaon is 553111. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.66 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Devgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devgaon
As per Census 2011, Devgaon village has a total population of 2,645 people, consisting of 1,413 males and 1,232 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,942 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,645 | 1,413 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 191 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 203 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,942 | 1,113 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 300 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Devgaon
Devgaon 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 Devgaon
Devgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Devgaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Devgaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Devgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devgaon
Where is Devgaon located?
Devgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgaon?
Devgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devgaon?
The pincode of Devgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Devgaon?
Devgaon has a total population of 2,645, including 1,413 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Devgaon?
There are 608 households in Devgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Devgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgaon is 73.42%. Male literacy is 78.77% and female literacy is 67.29%.