Devandi
Devandi is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kalopala is the gram panchayat of Devandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Devandi unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Devandi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Devandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devandi is 423795. The village spans a total geographical area of 712 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766023. Junagarh is nearest town to Devandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Devandi
Population of Devandi
According to the 2011 Census, Devandi has a total population of about 2,564, with approximately 1,283 males and 1,281 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 608 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 297. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.81%, with male literacy at about 64.30% and female literacy near 41.30%. There are around 725 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,564 | 1,283 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 160 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 310 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,354 | 825 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,210 | 458 | 752 |
Connectivity of Devandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devandi. As per the 2011 stats, Devandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Devandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Devandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devandi
- Where is Devandi located?
- Devandi village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Devandi is Kalopala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Devandi?
- The pincode of Devandi is 766023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devandi is 2,564, with 1,283 males and 1,281 females.
- How many households are there in Devandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devandi village has a total of 725 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devandi is 52.81%. The male literacy rate is 64.30%, while the female literacy rate is 41.30%.