Aare - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Aare is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Aare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aare is 566307. The village covers a total geographical area of 2038.18 hectares and falls under the 416611 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Aare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aare
As per Census 2011, Aare village has a total population of 1,335 people, consisting of 641 males and 694 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,036 literate and 299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 641 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 70 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 109 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,036 | 529 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 112 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Aare
Aare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rembavali | East | 2.92 km |
| Budhavale | South | 3.57 km |
| Salashi | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Nirom | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Khudi | South-West | 4.59 km |
| Math Bk. | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Torsole | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Kinjawade | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Kotkamte | West | 5.99 km |
| Kuvale | East | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aare
Aare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 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 Malwan to Aare is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Aare is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aare
Where is Aare located?
Aare village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aare?
Aare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aare?
The pincode of Aare is 416611.
What is the population of Aare?
Aare has a total population of 1,335, including 641 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Aare?
There are 346 households in Aare.
What is the literacy rate in Aare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aare is 77.60%. Male literacy is 82.53% and female literacy is 73.05%.