Devade - Pandharpur, Solapur
Devade is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Devade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devade is 562318. The village covers a total geographical area of 735.8 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Devade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devade
As per Census 2011, Devade village has a total population of 1,963 people, consisting of 1,036 males and 927 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,168 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,963 | 1,036 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 153 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 92 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 688 | 480 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 348 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Devade
Devade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patvardhan Kuroli | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Shelve | South | 3.69 km |
| Shevate | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Khed Bhalawani | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Wadi Kuroli | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Avhe | North-West | 6.66 km |
| Pirachi Kuroli | West | 6.70 km |
| Pehe | North | 6.73 km |
| Kauthali | South-East | 7.10 km |
| Hole Bk | East | 7.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devade
Devade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Devade is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Devade is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devade
Where is Devade located?
Devade village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devade?
Devade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devade?
The pincode of Devade is 413304.
What is the population of Devade?
Devade has a total population of 1,963, including 1,036 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Devade?
There are 370 households in Devade.
What is the literacy rate in Devade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devade is 59.50%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 51.78%.