Devgarh - Taranagar, Churu
Devgarh is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Jhadsar Kandhlan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devgarh is 069975. The village covers a total geographical area of 1995.6 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Taranagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devgarh
As per Census 2011, Devgarh village has a total population of 1,826 people, consisting of 926 males and 900 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 904 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,826 | 926 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 146 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 280 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 575 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 351 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Devgarh
Devgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagasari Bari | North | 2.46 km |
| Doongarsinghpura | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Jagasari Chhoti | North | 4.97 km |
| Banra | South-East | 5.48 km |
| Haripura | South | 5.53 km |
| Loodniya | North-West | 5.53 km |
| Bhanin | South-West | 6.10 km |
| Mundariya Bara | North | 6.71 km |
| Alayla | North-East | 6.92 km |
| Shyopura | South-East | 7.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devgarh
Devgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anupshahr, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Taranagar to Devgarh is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Devgarh is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devgarh
Where is Devgarh located?
Devgarh village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Devgarh is Jhadsar Kandhlan.
What is the pincode of Devgarh?
The pincode of Devgarh is 331304.
What is the population of Devgarh?
Devgarh has a total population of 1,826, including 926 males and 900 females.
How many households are there in Devgarh?
There are 353 households in Devgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Devgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devgarh is 49.51%. Male literacy is 62.10% and female literacy is 36.56%.