Devis Abad - Canning - I, South 24 Parganas
Devis Abad is a village situated in the Canning - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from Canning and around 46.2 km from Alipore. Hatpukuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devis Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devis Abad is 333774. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.2 hectares and falls under the 743363 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devis Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devis Abad
As per Census 2011, Devis Abad village has a total population of 8,128 people, consisting of 4,119 males and 4,009 females. The village has 1,464 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,582 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,543 literate and 4,585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,044 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devis Abad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,128 | 4,119 | 4,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,582 | 823 | 759 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,044 | 545 | 499 |
| Literate Population | 3,543 | 2,054 | 1,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,585 | 2,065 | 2,520 |
Nearby Villages of Devis Abad
Devis Abad 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 Devis Abad
Devis Abad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Devis Abad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Canning to Devis Abad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Devis Abad is about 46.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devis Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devis Abad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devis Abad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devis Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devis Abad
Where is Devis Abad located?
Devis Abad village is located in Canning - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devis Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Devis Abad is Hatpukuria.
What is the pincode of Devis Abad?
The pincode of Devis Abad is 743363.
What is the population of Devis Abad?
Devis Abad has a total population of 8,128, including 4,119 males and 4,009 females.
How many households are there in Devis Abad?
There are 1,464 households in Devis Abad.
What is the literacy rate in Devis Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devis Abad is 43.59%. Male literacy is 49.87% and female literacy is 37.14%.