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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Devgaon village had a total population of 2,645 people, including 1,413 males and 1,232 females, living in 608 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.06%, with male literacy at 91.08% and female literacy at 78.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 388, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Devgaon?
Devgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devgaon?
The pincode of Devgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Devgaon?
Devgaon had a total population of 2,645, including 1,413 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Devgaon?
Devgaon had 608 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgaon was 85.06%. Male literacy was 91.08% and female literacy was 78.13%.