Devigarh - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Devigarh is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Devigarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devigarh is 085457. The village covers a total geographical area of 1055.92 hectares and falls under the 342022 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Devigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devigarh
According to the 2011 Census, Devigarh village had a total population of 842 people, including 447 males and 395 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.68%, with male literacy at 47.01% and female literacy at 25.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 414, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 842 | 447 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 215 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 165 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 282 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Devigarh
Devigarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhernagar | East | 1.99 km |
| Simrathpura | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Shivpura | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Amarpura | North | 3.76 km |
| Virampura | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Durgapura | South | 4.52 km |
| Sabarsar | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Khetsingh Nagar | South-West | 5.26 km |
| Jaisinghpura | East | 6.28 km |
| Hemsagar | South-West | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devigarh
Public transport in the Devigarh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Janiyana, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.1 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 Jodhpur to Devigarh is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devigarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Devigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devigarh 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 Devigarh
Where is Devigarh located?
Devigarh village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devigarh?
Devigarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devigarh?
The pincode of Devigarh is 342022.
What is the population of Devigarh?
Devigarh had a total population of 842, including 447 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Devigarh?
Devigarh had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devigarh was 36.68%. Male literacy was 47.01% and female literacy was 25.24%.