Devpat - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Devpat is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Veer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devpat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpat is 565317. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.55 hectares and falls under the 415641 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Devpat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devpat
According to the 2011 Census, Devpat village had a total population of 972 people, including 295 males and 677 females, living in 276 households. The sex ratio was 2,295 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.51%, with male literacy at 82.63% and female literacy at 59.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 972 | 295 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 195 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 100 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Devpat
Devpat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedhambe | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Veer | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Narduve | East | 3.07 km |
| Bhatgaon Tisang | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Purye Tarf Savarde | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Bhatgaon Dhakka | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Kajurlee | West | 4.35 km |
| Karjuve | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Pilavali Tarf Savarda | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Asave | North-East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devpat
Devpat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Devpat is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Devpat is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devpat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Devpat
Where is Devpat located?
Devpat village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpat?
The Gram Panchayat of Devpat is Veer.
What is the pincode of Devpat?
The pincode of Devpat is 415641.
What is the population of Devpat?
Devpat had a total population of 972, including 295 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Devpat?
Devpat had 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpat was 65.51%. Male literacy was 82.63% and female literacy was 59.04%.