Devghar - Mulshi, Pune
Devghar is a village situated in the Mulshi tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paud and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Ambavane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devghar is 556056. The village covers a total geographical area of 1529 hectares and falls under the 410401 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Devghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devghar
As per Census 2011, Devghar village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 393 males and 346 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 393 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 102 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 243 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 150 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Devghar
Devghar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peth Shahapur | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Visakhar | South | 3.42 km |
| Morave | East | 3.71 km |
| Atvan | North | 3.85 km |
| Gevhande Apati | North | 4.25 km |
| Bheliv | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Kolawali | South | 4.90 km |
| Tung | East | 5.40 km |
| Kolechafesar | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Apati | North-East | 6.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devghar
Public transport in the Devghar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lonavala, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 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 Lonavala to Devghar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Devghar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devghar
Where is Devghar located?
Devghar village is located in Mulshi Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Devghar is Ambavane.
What is the pincode of Devghar?
The pincode of Devghar is 410401.
What is the population of Devghar?
Devghar has a total population of 739, including 393 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Devghar?
There are 150 households in Devghar.
What is the literacy rate in Devghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devghar is 51.15%. Male literacy is 61.83% and female literacy is 39.02%.