Dervan
Dervan is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Dervan village is also a gram panchayat.
Dervan has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dervan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dervan is 564297. The village spans a total geographical area of 805 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Dervan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dervan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dervan
Population of Dervan
Below is a concise population overview of Dervan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,420 | 663 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 73 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 996 | 520 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 143 | 281 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dervan village:
- The total population of Dervan village is around 1,420, including approximately 663 males and 757 females, with a sex ratio of 1141 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Dervan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dervan village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dervan village is about 70.14%, with male literacy at 78.43% and female literacy at 62.88%.
- There are around 346 households in Dervan village.
Connectivity of Dervan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dervan. As per the 2011 stats, Dervan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dervan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dervan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dervan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dervan
- Where is Dervan located?
- Dervan village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dervan?
- Dervan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dervan is 1,420, with 663 males and 757 females.
- How many households are there in Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dervan village has a total of 346 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dervan is 70.14%. The male literacy rate is 78.43%, while the female literacy rate is 62.88%.