Devjani - Mori, Uttarkashi
Devjani is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Devjani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devjani is 040267. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.43 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Devjani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Devjani
According to the 2011 Census, Devjani village had a total population of 995 people, including 520 males and 475 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.05%, with male literacy at 81.19% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175.
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 | 995 | 520 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 367 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 153 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Devjani
Devjani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devjani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Devjani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Devjani is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Devjani is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devjani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devjani 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 Devjani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devjani 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 Devjani
Where is Devjani located?
Devjani village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devjani?
Devjani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devjani?
The pincode of Devjani is 249185.
What is the population of Devjani?
Devjani had a total population of 995, including 520 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Devjani?
Devjani had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devjani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devjani was 63.05%. Male literacy was 81.19% and female literacy was 42.86%.