Devarde - Walwa, Sangli
Devarde is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Devarde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarde is 568370. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.8 hectares and falls under the 415412 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Devarde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devarde
According to the 2011 Census, Devarde village had a total population of 1,021 people, including 525 males and 496 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.65%, with male literacy at 95.91% and female literacy at 81.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186.
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 | 1,021 | 525 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 812 | 446 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 79 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Devarde
Devarde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikurde | South-West | 1.17 km |
| Karanjvade | North | 1.76 km |
| Aitavade Kh | East | 2.76 km |
| Dongarwadi | West | 2.87 km |
| Kurlap | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Thanapude | West | 4.15 km |
| Aitavade Bk | North | 4.55 km |
| Shekharwadi | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Kundalwadi | East | 5.18 km |
| Kodoli | South-West | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarde
Devarde 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 22.5 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 Devarde is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Devarde is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devarde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarde 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Devarde
Where is Devarde located?
Devarde village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Devarde?
Devarde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devarde?
The pincode of Devarde is 415412.
What is the population of Devarde?
Devarde had a total population of 1,021, including 525 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Devarde?
Devarde had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarde was 88.65%. Male literacy was 95.91% and female literacy was 81.15%.