Purye Tarf Devale - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Purye Tarf Devale is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 86 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Purye T Devale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purye Tarf Devale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purye Tarf Devale is 565856. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.02 hectares and falls under the 415801 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Purye Tarf 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 Purye Tarf Devale
As per Census 2011, Purye Tarf Devale village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 514 males and 604 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 1,175 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 804 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purye Tarf Devale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 514 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 418 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 96 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Purye Tarf Devale
Purye Tarf 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kochari | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Tivare Tarf Devale | West | 2.97 km |
| Medhe Tarf Devale | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Kondgaon | North | 3.29 km |
| Daphalewadi | South | 3.48 km |
| Bhadakamba | East | 3.71 km |
| Kirbet | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Sakharpa | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Bhovade | East | 4.70 km |
| Salpe | South-West | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purye Tarf Devale
Purye Tarf Devale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Purye Tarf Devale is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purye Tarf Devale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purye Tarf Devale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purye Tarf 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 Purye Tarf Devale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purye Tarf Devale
Where is Purye Tarf Devale located?
Purye Tarf Devale village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purye Tarf Devale?
The Gram Panchayat of Purye Tarf Devale is Purye T Devale.
What is the pincode of Purye Tarf Devale?
The pincode of Purye Tarf Devale is 415801.
What is the population of Purye Tarf Devale?
Purye Tarf Devale has a total population of 1,118, including 514 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Purye Tarf Devale?
There are 275 households in Purye Tarf Devale.
What is the literacy rate in Purye Tarf Devale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purye Tarf Devale is 71.91%. Male literacy is 81.32% and female literacy is 63.91%.