Devale - Junnar, Pune
Devale is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Devale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devale is 555283. The village covers a total geographical area of 1039 hectares and falls under the 410502 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Devale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devale
According to the 2011 Census, Devale village had a total population of 1,535 people, including 759 males and 776 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.49%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 71.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,483.
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 | 1,535 | 759 | 776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 110 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,483 | 733 | 750 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 545 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 214 | 309 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirdi | South | 2.44 km |
| Khaire | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Jalwandi | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Nimgiri | East | 3.20 km |
| Ajanawale | West | 3.24 km |
| Khatkale | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Khadkumbe | South | 4.16 km |
| Usran | South | 4.18 km |
| Taleran | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Sawarne | North | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devale
Devale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Igatpuri, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 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 Junnar to Devale is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Devale is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devale
Where is Devale located?
Devale village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devale?
Devale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devale?
The pincode of Devale is 410502.
What is the population of Devale?
Devale had a total population of 1,535, including 759 males and 776 females.
How many households are there in Devale?
Devale had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devale was 77.49%. Male literacy was 83.98% and female literacy was 71.08%.