Devaguptam - Allavaram, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema
Devaguptam is a village situated in the Allavaram mandal of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Allavaram and around 70 km from Kakinada. Devaguptam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devaguptam is 587865. The village covers a total geographical area of 1281 hectares and falls under the 533217 pincode. Amalapuram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devaguptam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devaguptam
As per Census 2011, Devaguptam village has a total population of 8,298 people, consisting of 4,234 males and 4,064 females. The village has 2,264 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 782 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,742 literate and 2,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devaguptam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,298 | 4,234 | 4,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 782 | 406 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,548 | 1,800 | 1,748 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 5,742 | 3,104 | 2,638 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,556 | 1,130 | 1,426 |
Nearby Villages of Devaguptam
Devaguptam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rellugadda | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Thurupulanka | West | 2.35 km |
| Samanthakuru | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Yentrikona | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Tadikona | North | 3.33 km |
| T. Challapalle | East | 4.14 km |
| Godilanka | West | 4.30 km |
| Gopavaram | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Allavaram | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Gudala | North | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devaguptam
Devaguptam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalapuram to Devaguptam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Devaguptam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devaguptam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devaguptam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devaguptam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devaguptam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devaguptam
Where is Devaguptam located?
Devaguptam village is located in Allavaram Mandal, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devaguptam?
Devaguptam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devaguptam?
The pincode of Devaguptam is 533217.
What is the population of Devaguptam?
Devaguptam has a total population of 8,298, including 4,234 males and 4,064 females.
How many households are there in Devaguptam?
There are 2,264 households in Devaguptam.
What is the literacy rate in Devaguptam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devaguptam is 69.20%. Male literacy is 73.31% and female literacy is 64.91%.