Devale - Sangole, Solapur
Devale is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Devale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devale is 562545. The village covers a total geographical area of 829.77 hectares and falls under the 413317 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Devale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devale
As per Census 2011, Devale village has a total population of 1,479 people, consisting of 782 males and 697 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 893 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 782 | 697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 116 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 123 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 549 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 233 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Devale
Devale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Methvade | North | 2.96 km |
| Save | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Laxami Dahiwadi | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Manjari | West | 4.80 km |
| Sangewadi | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Shetphal(tapkiri) | North-East | 5.80 km |
| Gunjegaon | East | 6.21 km |
| Bamani | West | 6.32 km |
| Devkatewadi | North-West | 6.41 km |
| Rajapur | South | 6.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devale
Devale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bamani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 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 Sangole to Devale is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Devale is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devale 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 Devale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devale
Where is Devale located?
Devale village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devale?
Devale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devale?
The pincode of Devale is 413317.
What is the population of Devale?
Devale has a total population of 1,479, including 782 males and 697 females.
How many households are there in Devale?
There are 294 households in Devale.
What is the literacy rate in Devale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devale is 60.38%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 49.35%.