Devapuram - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Devapuram is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Paderu and around 125 km from Visakhapatnam. Devapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devapuram is 584771. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Devapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devapuram
As per Census 2011, Devapuram village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 227 males and 240 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 227 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 182 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 116 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 111 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Devapuram
Devapuram is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devapuram
Public transport in the Devapuram is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Devapuram is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Devapuram is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devapuram 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 Devapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devapuram
Where is Devapuram located?
Devapuram village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devapuram?
Devapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devapuram?
The pincode of Devapuram is 531024.
What is the population of Devapuram?
Devapuram has a total population of 467, including 227 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Devapuram?
There are 152 households in Devapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Devapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devapuram is 39.19%. Male literacy is 51.10% and female literacy is 27.92%.