Devipatnam - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Devipatnam is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 119 km from Kakinada. Devipatnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipatnam is 586629. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 533354 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Devipatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devipatnam
As per Census 2011, Devipatnam village has a total population of 1,726 people, consisting of 841 males and 885 females. The village has 557 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 937 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipatnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,726 | 841 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 84 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 241 | 115 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 490 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 351 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Devipatnam
Devipatnam 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 Devipatnam
Devipatnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Devipatnam is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Devipatnam is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devipatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devipatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Devipatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devipatnam 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Devipatnam
Where is Devipatnam located?
Devipatnam village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipatnam?
Devipatnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devipatnam?
The pincode of Devipatnam is 533354.
What is the population of Devipatnam?
Devipatnam has a total population of 1,726, including 841 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Devipatnam?
There are 557 households in Devipatnam.
What is the literacy rate in Devipatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipatnam is 54.29%. Male literacy is 58.26% and female literacy is 50.51%.