Devale - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Devale is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Devale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devale is 565859. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.85 hectares and falls under the 415807 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Devale 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
As per Census 2011, Devale village has a total population of 1,805 people, consisting of 832 males and 973 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 1,169 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,424 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,805 | 832 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 16 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,424 | 715 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 117 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Devale
Devale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangalwadi | South | 2.08 km |
| Meghi | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Karanjari | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Chaphavali | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Dabhole Kh. | South | 3.88 km |
| Kankadi | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Ghativale Kh. | South | 4.21 km |
| Dabhole Bk. | East | 4.51 km |
| Chorvane | West | 4.58 km |
| Ghativale | South-West | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devale
Devale 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 63.4 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 Ratnagiri to Devale is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Devale is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devale 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 Devale
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devale
Where is Devale located?
Devale village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devale?
Devale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devale?
The pincode of Devale is 415807.
What is the population of Devale?
Devale has a total population of 1,805, including 832 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Devale?
There are 463 households in Devale.
What is the literacy rate in Devale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devale is 78.89%. Male literacy is 85.94% and female literacy is 72.87%.