Devaram - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Devaram is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Devipatnam and around 85 km from Kakinada. Devaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devaram is 586638. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 533354 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Devaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devaram
As per Census 2011, Devaram village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 345 males and 340 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 345 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 178 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 216 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 129 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Devaram
Devaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarabhavaram | South | 2.76 km |
| Lothupalem | East | 4.28 km |
| Nereduvalasa | North | 4.92 km |
| Indukuru | East | 5.04 km |
| Bodleddupalem | South | 5.42 km |
| Nelakota | South-West | 5.89 km |
| Nagampalle | South | 6.21 km |
| Gadelapalem | South-East | 6.69 km |
| Peda Bheempalle | East | 7.15 km |
| Kotikesavaram | South | 8.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devaram
Devaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajahmundry to Devaram is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Devaram is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devaram
Where is Devaram located?
Devaram village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devaram?
Devaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devaram?
The pincode of Devaram is 533354.
What is the population of Devaram?
Devaram has a total population of 685, including 345 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Devaram?
There are 177 households in Devaram.
What is the literacy rate in Devaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devaram is 58.10%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 53.53%.