Devwadi - Shirala, Sangli
Devwadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Deowadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devwadi is 568311. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.72 hectares and falls under the 415412 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Devwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Devwadi village had a total population of 2,877 people, including 1,484 males and 1,393 females, living in 646 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 92.27% and female literacy at 76.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, 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 | 2,877 | 1,484 | 1,393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 164 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,207 | 1,218 | 989 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 266 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Devwadi
Devwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakhe | South | 1.95 km |
| Thanapude | East | 1.97 km |
| Ladewadi | North | 2.61 km |
| Mangle | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Mohare | South | 3.69 km |
| Dongarwadi | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Fakirwadi | North | 4.02 km |
| Kodoli | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Arale | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Kasaba Satave | South-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devwadi
Devwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.1 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 Uran Islampur to Devwadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Devwadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devwadi
Where is Devwadi located?
Devwadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Devwadi is Deowadi.
What is the pincode of Devwadi?
The pincode of Devwadi is 415412.
What is the population of Devwadi?
Devwadi had a total population of 2,877, including 1,484 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Devwadi?
Devwadi had 646 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devwadi was 84.43%. Male literacy was 92.27% and female literacy was 76.43%.