Devnal - Jat, Sangli
Devnal is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Deonal serves as the Village Panchayat for Devnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devnal is 568930. The village covers a total geographical area of 879 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Devnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devnal
According to the 2011 Census, Devnal village had a total population of 1,166 people, including 597 males and 569 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.49%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 59.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
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 | 1,166 | 597 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 190 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 399 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 198 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Devnal
Devnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amrutwadi | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Untwadi | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Mallal | West | 4.28 km |
| Ravalgundwadi | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Jat | North-West | 6.15 km |
| Khojanwadi | South | 6.55 km |
| Yeldari | West | 7.28 km |
| Rampur | West | 8.52 km |
| Shedyal | East | 8.67 km |
| Muchandi | East | 9.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devnal
Devnal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jath Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijapur (karnataka) to Devnal is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Devnal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devnal
Where is Devnal located?
Devnal village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devnal?
The Village Panchayat of Devnal is Deonal.
What is the pincode of Devnal?
The pincode of Devnal is 416404.
What is the population of Devnal?
Devnal had a total population of 1,166, including 597 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Devnal?
Devnal had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devnal was 69.49%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 59.75%.