Devakewadi - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Devakewadi is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Devakewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devakewadi is 567801. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.48 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Devakewadi 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 Devakewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Devakewadi village had a total population of 409 people, including 208 males and 201 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.31%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 45.20%.
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 | 409 | 208 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 145 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 63 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Devakewadi
Devakewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shengaon | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Girgaon | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Nishnap | South | 2.58 km |
| Hedvade | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Akurde | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Phaye | West | 3.39 km |
| Palewadi | North | 3.59 km |
| Maharwadi | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Pardewadi | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Bhativade | North-East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devakewadi
Devakewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Murgud to Devakewadi is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Devakewadi is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devakewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devakewadi 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 Devakewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devakewadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devakewadi
Where is Devakewadi located?
Devakewadi village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devakewadi?
Devakewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devakewadi?
The pincode of Devakewadi is 416209.
What is the population of Devakewadi?
Devakewadi had a total population of 409, including 208 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Devakewadi?
Devakewadi had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devakewadi was 61.31%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 45.20%.