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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Devale village had a total population of 1,805 people, including 832 males and 973 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.15%, with male literacy at 94.70% and female literacy at 78.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,805 | 832 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 16 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Devale?
Devale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devale?
The pincode of Devale is 415807.
What is the population of Devale?
Devale had a total population of 1,805, including 832 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Devale?
Devale had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devale was 86.15%. Male literacy was 94.70% and female literacy was 78.95%.