Devarpada - Malegaon, Nashik
Devarpada is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Devarpade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarpada is 550207. The village covers a total geographical area of 855 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devarpada
As per Census 2011, Devarpada village has a total population of 2,855 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,344 females. The village has 606 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,962 literate and 893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devarpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,855 | 1,511 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 215 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,962 | 1,149 | 813 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 362 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Devarpada
Devarpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nale | South | 3.03 km |
| Manke | West | 3.37 km |
| Jalku | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Chikhalohal | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Sajvahal | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Sayane Kh | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Shendurni | South | 5.20 km |
| Bhilkot | East | 5.40 km |
| Zodge | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Mohapade | West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarpada
Devarpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shirud, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 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 Malegaon to Devarpada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Devarpada is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarpada 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 Devarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devarpada
Where is Devarpada located?
Devarpada village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Devarpada is Devarpade.
What is the pincode of Devarpada?
The pincode of Devarpada is 423205.
What is the population of Devarpada?
Devarpada has a total population of 2,855, including 1,511 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Devarpada?
There are 606 households in Devarpada.
What is the literacy rate in Devarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarpada is 68.72%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 60.49%.