Devapur - Man, Satara
Devapur is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dewapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devapur is 563453. The village covers a total geographical area of 1216 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Devapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devapur
As per Census 2011, Devapur village has a total population of 2,506 people, consisting of 1,398 males and 1,108 females. The village has 471 households and a sex ratio of 792 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,708 literate and 798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,506 | 1,398 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 142 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 301 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,708 | 1,084 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 314 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Devapur
Devapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirtav | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Palsavade | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Pulkoti | West | 5.46 km |
| Hingani | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Lingiware | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Varkute Malavadi | South | 6.27 km |
| Kuranewadi | South | 6.67 km |
| Bangarwadi | South-West | 7.58 km |
| Rajewadi | East | 7.97 km |
| Gangoti | West | 8.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devapur
Devapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 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 Mhaswad to Devapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Devapur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devapur 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 Devapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devapur
Where is Devapur located?
Devapur village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devapur is Dewapur.
What is the pincode of Devapur?
The pincode of Devapur is 415509.
What is the population of Devapur?
Devapur has a total population of 2,506, including 1,398 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Devapur?
There are 471 households in Devapur.
What is the literacy rate in Devapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devapur is 68.16%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 56.32%.