Devthane - Panhala, Kolhapur
Devthane is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Devthane village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devthane is 567211. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.74 hectares and falls under the 416205 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devthane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devthane
According to the 2011 Census, Devthane village had a total population of 1,079 people, including 543 males and 536 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.51%, with male literacy at 85.98% and female literacy at 69.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 1,079 | 543 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 103 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 741 | 411 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 132 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Devthane
Devthane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khotwadi | East | 1.26 km |
| Pimple T.thane | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Waghave | North | 1.92 km |
| K.thane | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Alave | West | 2.03 km |
| Majagaon | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Utre | East | 2.56 km |
| Goliwade | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Nikamwadi | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Manewadi | West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devthane
Devthane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Devthane is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devthane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devthane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devthane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devthane 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devthane
Where is Devthane located?
Devthane village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devthane?
Devthane is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devthane?
The pincode of Devthane is 416205.
What is the population of Devthane?
Devthane had a total population of 1,079, including 543 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Devthane?
Devthane had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devthane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devthane was 77.51%. Male literacy was 85.98% and female literacy was 69.04%.