Devarde - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Devarde is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Devarde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarde is 567839. The village covers a total geographical area of 573 hectares and falls under the 416210 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Devarde 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 Devarde
According to the 2011 Census, Devarde village had a total population of 628 people, including 288 males and 340 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.76%, with male literacy at 77.29% and female literacy at 56.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169.
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 | 628 | 288 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 194 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 94 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Devarde
Devarde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navale | North | 1.89 km |
| Karivade | South | 2.48 km |
| Vesarde | West | 2.92 km |
| Nandoli | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Megholi | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Deulwadi | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Deokandgaon | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Sonurli | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Antivade | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Karambali | North-West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarde
Public transport in the Devarde is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Murgud to Devarde is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Devarde is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devarde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devarde
Where is Devarde located?
Devarde village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devarde?
Devarde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devarde?
The pincode of Devarde is 416210.
What is the population of Devarde?
Devarde had a total population of 628, including 288 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Devarde?
Devarde had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarde was 65.76%. Male literacy was 77.29% and female literacy was 56.15%.