Devhare - Mandangad, Ratnagiri
Devhare is a village situated in the Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandangad and around 190 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Devhare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devhare is 564720. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.91 hectares and falls under the 415208 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Devhare 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 Devhare
As per Census 2011, Devhare village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 379 males and 515 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,358 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 265 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devhare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 379 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 285 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 94 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Devhare
Devhare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keril | West | 1.93 km |
| Kalkavane | North | 2.18 km |
| Unhavare | East | 2.38 km |
| Nayane | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Atale | South | 2.73 km |
| Dhamani | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Tamhane | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Konhavali | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Pacharal | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Sheware | South-West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devhare
Devhare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khed to Devhare is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Devhare is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devhare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devhare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devhare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devhare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devhare
Where is Devhare located?
Devhare village is located in Mandangad Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devhare?
Devhare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devhare?
The pincode of Devhare is 415208.
What is the population of Devhare?
Devhare has a total population of 894, including 379 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Devhare?
There are 281 households in Devhare.
What is the literacy rate in Devhare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devhare is 70.36%. Male literacy is 75.20% and female literacy is 66.80%.