Devikot

Devikot is a village located in Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehgarh (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Devikot village is also a gram panchayat.

Devikot has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Devikot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devikot is 086505. The village spans a total geographical area of 8185.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 345027. Jaisalmer is nearest town to Devikot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Devikot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Devikot

Below is a concise population overview of Devikot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,242 1,196 1,046
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 421 245 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 276 150 126
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 35 20 15
Literate Population 1,131 742 389
Illiterate Population 1,111 454 657

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Devikot village:

  • The total population of Devikot village is around 2,242, including approximately 1,196 males and 1,046 females, with a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 421 children aged 0–6 years in Devikot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Devikot village has 276 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Devikot village is about 50.45%, with male literacy at 62.04% and female literacy at 37.19%.
  • There are around 428 households in Devikot village.

Connectivity of Devikot

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devikot. As per the 2011 stats, Devikot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Devikot

Knowing the nearby villages of Devikot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devikot.

Frequently Asked Questions about Devikot

Where is Devikot located?
Devikot village is situated in Fatehgarh Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devikot?
Devikot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Devikot?
The pincode of Devikot is 345027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Devikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devikot is 2,242, with 1,196 males and 1,046 females.
How many households are there in Devikot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Devikot village has a total of 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devikot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devikot is 50.45%. The male literacy rate is 62.04%, while the female literacy rate is 37.19%.