Devale
About Devale
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Devale village is 565859. Devale village is located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 85km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Devale village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 813.85 hectares. Devale has a total population of 1,805 peoples, out of which male population is 832 while female population is 973. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1169 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of devale village is 78.89% out of which 85.94% males and 72.87% females are literate. There are about 463 houses in devale village. Pincode of devale village locality is 415807.
When it comes to administration, Devale village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Devale village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Ratnagiri is nearest town to devale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Devale
The population details of Devale cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,805 | 832 | 973 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 45 | 16 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,424 | 715 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 117 | 264 |
Connectivity of Devale
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Devale
Where is Devale located?
Devale village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devale?
Devale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Devale?
The pincode of Devale is 415807, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Devale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devale is 1,805, with 832 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Devale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Devale village has a total of 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devale is 78.89%. The male literacy rate is 85.94%, while the female literacy rate is 72.87%.