Devandi - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Devandi is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kalopala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devandi is 423795. The village covers a total geographical area of 712 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Devandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devandi
As per Census 2011, Devandi village has a total population of 2,564 people, consisting of 1,283 males and 1,281 females. The village has 725 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,354 literate and 1,210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devandi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Devandi
Devandi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachhimdola | East | 2.31 km |
| Belguda | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Khurselguda | South | 2.95 km |
| Kalopala | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Chakuli | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Char Bahal | West | 3.26 km |
| Mahichala | North | 3.37 km |
| Antarla | East | 4.13 km |
| Ambadula | East | 4.28 km |
| Habaspur (i) | South-East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devandi
Public transport in the Devandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Devandi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Devandi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devandi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Devandi
Where is Devandi located?
Devandi village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Devandi is Kalopala.
What is the pincode of Devandi?
The pincode of Devandi is 766014.
What is the population of Devandi?
Devandi has a total population of 2,564, including 1,283 males and 1,281 females.
How many households are there in Devandi?
There are 725 households in Devandi.
What is the literacy rate in Devandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devandi is 52.81%. Male literacy is 64.30% and female literacy is 41.30%.