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.
Here you can discover what makes Dervan unique in its vibrant Patan-Satara region. You’ll see Dervan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Dervan has a total population of about 1,420, with approximately 663 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 1141 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 136 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.14%, with male literacy at about 78.43% and female literacy near 62.88%. There are around 346 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dervan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.