Devarwadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Devarwadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Devarwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarwadi is 568169. The village covers a total geographical area of 619 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Devarwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devarwadi
As per Census 2011, Devarwadi village has a total population of 1,768 people, consisting of 885 males and 883 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,282 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devarwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,768 | 885 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 90 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 174 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 706 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 179 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Devarwadi
Devarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bachi | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Basurte | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Shinoli Kh. | South | 2.69 km |
| Sundi | North | 2.81 km |
| Supe | West | 2.90 km |
| Kudremani | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Mandedurg | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Uchagaon | East | 4.05 km |
| Kaulage | North | 4.28 km |
| Mouje Karve | West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarwadi
Devarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 19.4 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Devarwadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Devarwadi is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devarwadi
Where is Devarwadi located?
Devarwadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devarwadi?
Devarwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devarwadi?
The pincode of Devarwadi is 416507.
What is the population of Devarwadi?
Devarwadi has a total population of 1,768, including 885 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Devarwadi?
There are 360 households in Devarwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Devarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarwadi is 72.51%. Male literacy is 79.77% and female literacy is 65.23%.