Devale - Panhala, Kolhapur
Devale is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Devale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devale is 567147. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devale
According to the 2011 Census, Devale village had a total population of 2,348 people, including 1,188 males and 1,160 females, living in 527 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.94%, with male literacy at 88.61% and female literacy at 70.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 2,348 | 1,188 | 1,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 126 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,706 | 965 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 223 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Devale
Devale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paijarwadi | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Borpadale | East | 2.19 km |
| Navali | South | 2.37 km |
| Amatewadi | North | 2.50 km |
| Jeur | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Avali | West | 2.70 km |
| Mitharwadi | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Apati | South | 3.15 km |
| Arale | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Kasaba Satave | North | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devale
Public transport in the Devale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.1 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 Kolhapur to Devale is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devale 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devale
Where is Devale located?
Devale village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devale?
Devale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devale?
The pincode of Devale is 416213.
What is the population of Devale?
Devale had a total population of 2,348, including 1,188 males and 1,160 females.
How many households are there in Devale?
Devale had 527 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devale was 79.94%. Male literacy was 88.61% and female literacy was 70.91%.