Devpada - Karjat, Raigad
Devpada is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from Karjat and around 110 km from Alibag. Poshir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpada is 553574. The village covers a total geographical area of 731 hectares and falls under the 410101 pincode. Karjat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Devpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maval Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devpada
According to the 2011 Census, Devpada village had a total population of 1,706 people, including 850 males and 856 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.07%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 65.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,071.
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 | 1,706 | 850 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 101 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,071 | 539 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 635 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 215 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Devpada
Devpada 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 Devpada
Public transport in the Devpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devpada.
| 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 Karjat to Devpada is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Devpada is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpada 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 Devpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devpada
Where is Devpada located?
Devpada village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Devpada is Poshir.
What is the pincode of Devpada?
The pincode of Devpada is 410101.
What is the population of Devpada?
Devpada had a total population of 1,706, including 850 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Devpada?
Devpada had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpada was 75.07%. Male literacy was 84.78% and female literacy was 65.22%.