Devrashtre - Kadegaon, Sangli
Devrashtre is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Devrashtre village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devrashtre is 568452. The village covers a total geographical area of 1900.29 hectares and falls under the 415303 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Devrashtre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devrashtre
As per Census 2011, Devrashtre village has a total population of 6,757 people, consisting of 3,430 males and 3,327 females. The village has 1,519 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 716 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,792 literate and 1,965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devrashtre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,757 | 3,430 | 3,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 716 | 367 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 410 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 4,792 | 2,629 | 2,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,965 | 801 | 1,164 |
Nearby Villages of Devrashtre
Devrashtre 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mo. Vadgaon | West | 2.79 km |
| Kumbhargaon | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Jadhavnagar | East | 3.33 km |
| Ramapur | East | 3.49 km |
| Shirgaon | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Ambak | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Tupari | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Dahyari | South | 4.82 km |
| Asad | West | 4.88 km |
| Takari | South-West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devrashtre
Devrashtre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Devrashtre is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Devrashtre is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devrashtre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devrashtre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devrashtre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devrashtre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devrashtre
Where is Devrashtre located?
Devrashtre village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devrashtre?
Devrashtre is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devrashtre?
The pincode of Devrashtre is 415303.
What is the population of Devrashtre?
Devrashtre has a total population of 6,757, including 3,430 males and 3,327 females.
How many households are there in Devrashtre?
There are 1,519 households in Devrashtre.
What is the literacy rate in Devrashtre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devrashtre is 70.92%. Male literacy is 76.65% and female literacy is 65.01%.