Devke - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Devke is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Chikhalgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Devke village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devke is 564892. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.61 hectares and falls under the 415720 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Devke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devke
According to the 2011 Census, Devke village had a total population of 361 people, including 133 males and 228 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 91.82% and female literacy at 74.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 361 | 133 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 27 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 101 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 32 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Devke
Devke 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikhalgaon | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Burondi | West | 1.88 km |
| Kinhal | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Chandikanagar | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Karajgaon | North | 2.27 km |
| Mahamaynagar | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Olgaon | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Teleshwarnagar | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Shitalnagar | West | 3.29 km |
| Tamastirth | North | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devke
Devke is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Devke is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Devke is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devke 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 Devke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devke 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devke
Where is Devke located?
Devke village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devke?
The Village Panchayat of Devke is Chikhalgaon.
What is the pincode of Devke?
The pincode of Devke is 415720.
What is the population of Devke?
Devke had a total population of 361, including 133 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Devke?
Devke had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devke was 80.56%. Male literacy was 91.82% and female literacy was 74.64%.