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Devgad Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 23s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Devgad Lighthouse

Also known as: Devgad (Davgarh, Devgarh)

This cylindrical masonry tower, standing 11 meters tall, features black and white horizontal bands. Its light emits a white flash every 23 seconds, visible for 17.4 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 42 meters. Constructed in 1958, it replaced an earlier structure first lit in 1915. The tower, topped with a red lantern dome, is situated on a promontory at the south side of the Devgad harbor entrance, about 80 km north of Vengurla. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for vessels navigating the entrance to Devgad harbor, a significant port on the Indian coast. Its placement within an early 18th-century fortress adds historical context to its modern navigational function.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 23s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
23s
Raw Code
Fl W 23s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
17.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1958
First Lit
1915

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, painted with black and white horizontal bands; lantern dome painted red

Location

Country
🇮🇳India
Region
Maharashtra
Sea Region
promontory at south side of the harbor entrance at Devgad, about 80 km north of Vengurla
Latitude
16.3888°
Longitude
73.3720°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Vijaydurg(10.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F0590
NGA No.
27828
ARLHS No.
IND-084
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Devgad Lighthouse at night?+
Devgad displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 23s — 4 white flashes every 23 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Devgad Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Devgad Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Vijaydurg at 10.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Ranpar (30.6 NM N), Ratnagiri (37.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Devgad Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Devgad Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Devgad Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Devgad Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.