Devikhera - Deoli, Tonk
Devikhera is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Devikhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devikhera is 093309. The village covers a total geographical area of 635 hectares and falls under the 304804 pincode. Deoli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devikhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli - uniara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devikhera
As per Census 2011, Devikhera village has a total population of 1,101 people, consisting of 544 males and 557 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 507 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devikhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 544 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 243 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 329 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 215 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Devikhera
Devikhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakolai | East | 1.64 km |
| Kakoriya | West | 1.83 km |
| Kushalpura | South | 2.03 km |
| Mundiya Khurd | East | 3.42 km |
| Dhandholi | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Polyara | South | 4.03 km |
| Rajmahal | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Sirohi | South | 4.49 km |
| Kurasya | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Rawta | West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devikhera
Devikhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bundi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoli to Devikhera is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Devikhera is about 50 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 Devikhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devikhera 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 Devikhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devikhera 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devikhera
Where is Devikhera located?
Devikhera village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devikhera?
Devikhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devikhera?
The pincode of Devikhera is 304804.
What is the population of Devikhera?
Devikhera has a total population of 1,101, including 544 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Devikhera?
There are 253 households in Devikhera.
What is the literacy rate in Devikhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devikhera is 46.23%. Male literacy is 60.48% and female literacy is 32.32%.