Dervan
Dervan is a village located in Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chiplun (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Dervan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dervan unique in its vibrant Chiplun-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Dervan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dervan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dervan is 565336. The village spans a total geographical area of 946 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Dervan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dervan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dervan
Population of Dervan
According to the 2011 Census, Dervan has a total population of about 1,364, with approximately 678 males and 686 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 111. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.91%, with male literacy at about 82.15% and female literacy near 71.72%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dervan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,364 | 678 | 686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 49 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 557 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 121 | 194 |
Connectivity of Dervan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dervan. As per the 2011 stats, Dervan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dervan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dervan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dervan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dervan
- Where is Dervan located?
- Dervan village is situated in Chiplun Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dervan?
- Dervan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dervan is 1,364, with 678 males and 686 females.
- How many households are there in Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dervan village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dervan is 76.91%. The male literacy rate is 82.15%, while the female literacy rate is 71.72%.