Dervan Kh. - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Dervan Kh. is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Dervan serves as the Village Panchayat for Dervan Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dervan Kh. is 565335. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 415606 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dervan Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dervan Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Dervan Kh. village had a total population of 501 people, including 219 males and 282 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,288 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.27%, with male literacy at 83.77% and female literacy at 72.29%.
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 | 501 | 219 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 160 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 59 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Dervan Kh.
Dervan Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hadkani | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Kasarwadi | West | 1.69 km |
| Dervan | East | 2.35 km |
| Ambatkhol | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Kudap | North | 2.90 km |
| Savarde | North | 3.80 km |
| Agave | West | 4.05 km |
| Savarde Kh. | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Kosabi | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Nandgaon | South | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dervan Kh.
Dervan Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Savarda, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Dervan Kh. is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Dervan Kh. is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dervan Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dervan Kh. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dervan Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dervan Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dervan Kh.
Where is Dervan Kh. located?
Dervan Kh. village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dervan Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Dervan Kh. is Dervan.
What is the pincode of Dervan Kh.?
The pincode of Dervan Kh. is 415606.
What is the population of Dervan Kh.?
Dervan Kh. had a total population of 501, including 219 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Dervan Kh.?
Dervan Kh. had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dervan Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dervan Kh. was 77.27%. Male literacy was 83.77% and female literacy was 72.29%.