Devale - Mawal, Pune
Devale is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Devale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devale is 555973. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.37 hectares and falls under the 410405 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Devale
According to the 2011 Census, Devale village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 701 males and 657 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.69%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 70.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 1,358 | 701 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 82 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 558 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 143 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Devale
Devale is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devale
Devale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Devale.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonavala to Devale is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Devale is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devale
Where is Devale located?
Devale village is located in Mawal 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 410405.
What is the population of Devale?
Devale had a total population of 1,358, including 701 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Devale?
Devale had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devale was 80.69%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 70.90%.