Devgaon - Shahapur, Thane
Devgaon is a village situated in the Shahapur tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahapur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Sakadbav serves as the Village Panchayat for Devgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgaon is 552795. The village covers a total geographical area of 490 hectares and falls under the 421601 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Shahapur 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 537 people, including 258 males and 279 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.76%, with male literacy at 57.75% and female literacy at 36.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 537.
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 | 537 | 258 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 537 | 258 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 123 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 135 | 193 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devgaon.
| 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 Igatpuri to Devgaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Devgaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 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 Shahapur Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Devgaon is Sakadbav.
What is the pincode of Devgaon?
The pincode of Devgaon is 421601.
What is the population of Devgaon?
Devgaon had a total population of 537, including 258 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Devgaon?
Devgaon had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgaon was 46.76%. Male literacy was 57.75% and female literacy was 36.75%.