Dewarde Village - Ajra, Kolhapur
Dewarde is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Devarde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewarde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewarde is 567905. The village covers a total geographical area of 702 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dewarde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewarde
As per Census 2011, Dewarde village has a total population of 1,734 people, consisting of 830 males and 904 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,141 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewarde are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,734 | 830 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 81 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 123 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 1,141 | 632 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 198 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Dewarde
Dewarde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Velawatti | South | 1.91 km |
| Haloli | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Medhewadi | West | 2.51 km |
| Kurkunde | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Pethewadi | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Masoli | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Dardewadi | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Harapwade | North | 3.41 km |
| Salgaon | East | 3.50 km |
| Koriwade | North-West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewarde
Public transport in the Dewarde is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Dewarde is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Dewarde is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewarde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewarde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewarde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewarde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewarde
Where is Dewarde located?
Dewarde village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewarde?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewarde is Devarde.
What is the pincode of Dewarde?
The pincode of Dewarde is 416505.
What is the population of Dewarde?
Dewarde has a total population of 1,734, including 830 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Dewarde?
There are 403 households in Dewarde.
What is the literacy rate in Dewarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewarde is 65.80%. Male literacy is 76.14% and female literacy is 56.31%.