Devdhe - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Devdhe is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Devadhe serves as the Village Panchayat for Devdhe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devdhe is 565895. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.12 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Devdhe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devdhe
According to the 2011 Census, Devdhe village had a total population of 1,293 people, including 647 males and 646 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.62%, with male literacy at 90.61% and female literacy at 72.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 1,293 | 647 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 531 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 116 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Devdhe
Devdhe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manche | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Pateregaon | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Veral | North | 2.59 km |
| Yeravande | East | 2.76 km |
| Kurne | West | 3.37 km |
| Muslimgaon | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Kangavali | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Ghadashigaon | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Gavane | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Dhundare | South-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devdhe
Devdhe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Devdhe is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devdhe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devdhe 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 Devdhe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devdhe 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devdhe
Where is Devdhe located?
Devdhe village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devdhe?
The Village Panchayat of Devdhe is Devadhe.
What is the pincode of Devdhe?
The pincode of Devdhe is 416712.
What is the population of Devdhe?
Devdhe had a total population of 1,293, including 647 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Devdhe?
Devdhe had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devdhe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devdhe was 81.62%. Male literacy was 90.61% and female literacy was 72.83%.