Devkatewadi - Sangole, Solapur
Devkatewadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Manjari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devkatewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devkatewadi is 562539. The village covers a total geographical area of 714 hectares and falls under the 413317 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Devkatewadi 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 Devkatewadi
As per Census 2011, Devkatewadi village has a total population of 1,184 people, consisting of 612 males and 572 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devkatewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,184 | 612 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 437 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 175 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Devkatewadi
Devkatewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjari | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Metakarwadi | North | 2.42 km |
| Sangewadi | East | 3.70 km |
| Dhayati | West | 4.07 km |
| Bamani | South | 4.42 km |
| Shirbavi | North-West | 4.97 km |
| Methvade | East | 5.05 km |
| Save | South-East | 6.30 km |
| Devale | South-East | 6.41 km |
| Khardi | North-East | 6.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devkatewadi
Devkatewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bamani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Devkatewadi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Devkatewadi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devkatewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devkatewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devkatewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devkatewadi 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 Devkatewadi
Where is Devkatewadi located?
Devkatewadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devkatewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Devkatewadi is Manjari.
What is the pincode of Devkatewadi?
The pincode of Devkatewadi is 413317.
What is the population of Devkatewadi?
Devkatewadi has a total population of 1,184, including 612 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Devkatewadi?
There are 289 households in Devkatewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Devkatewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devkatewadi is 65.79%. Male literacy is 71.41% and female literacy is 59.79%.