Poyare - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Poyare is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Poyare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poyare is 566329. The village covers a total geographical area of 1492.74 hectares and falls under the 416630 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Poyare 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 Poyare
As per Census 2011, Poyare village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 447 males and 496 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poyare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 447 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 357 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 90 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Poyare
Poyare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aparadhwadi | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Chindar | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Parwadi | South | 3.82 km |
| Hindale | West | 3.92 km |
| Kudopi | East | 4.14 km |
| Munage | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Naringre | North | 4.40 km |
| Khudi | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Kumbharwadi | South | 4.71 km |
| Dongrewadi | South | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poyare
Public transport in the Poyare 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 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Poyare is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Poyare is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poyare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poyare 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 Poyare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poyare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poyare
Where is Poyare located?
Poyare village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poyare?
Poyare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poyare?
The pincode of Poyare is 416630.
What is the population of Poyare?
Poyare has a total population of 943, including 447 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Poyare?
There are 208 households in Poyare.
What is the literacy rate in Poyare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poyare is 77.94%. Male literacy is 79.87% and female literacy is 76.21%.