Devale Ghera Prachitgad - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Devale Ghera Prachitgad is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Phanaswale serves as the Village Panchayat for Devale Ghera Prachitgad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devale Ghera Prachitgad is 565773. The village covers a total geographical area of 1155.91 hectares and falls under the 415611 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Devale Ghera Prachitgad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devale Ghera Prachitgad
According to the 2011 Census, Devale Ghera Prachitgad village had a total population of 316 people, including 140 males and 176 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.20%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 66.86%.
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 | 316 | 140 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 126 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 14 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Devale Ghera Prachitgad
Devale Ghera Prachitgad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinjale | North | 2.09 km |
| Phansavale | South | 3.12 km |
| Tivare Ghera Prachitgad | North | 3.61 km |
| Kule | West | 3.98 km |
| Chandel | East | 4.71 km |
| Washi Tarf Sangameshwar | West | 5.15 km |
| Nayari | North | 5.29 km |
| Tamnale | South | 5.49 km |
| Katavali | South-West | 5.88 km |
| Sayale | South-West | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devale Ghera Prachitgad
Devale Ghera Prachitgad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sangmeshwar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 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 Ratnagiri to Devale Ghera Prachitgad is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devale Ghera Prachitgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devale Ghera Prachitgad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devale Ghera Prachitgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devale Ghera Prachitgad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devale Ghera Prachitgad
Where is Devale Ghera Prachitgad located?
Devale Ghera Prachitgad village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devale Ghera Prachitgad?
The Village Panchayat of Devale Ghera Prachitgad is Phanaswale.
What is the pincode of Devale Ghera Prachitgad?
The pincode of Devale Ghera Prachitgad is 415611.
What is the population of Devale Ghera Prachitgad?
Devale Ghera Prachitgad had a total population of 316, including 140 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Devale Ghera Prachitgad?
Devale Ghera Prachitgad had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devale Ghera Prachitgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devale Ghera Prachitgad was 80.20%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 66.86%.