Devipur - Sarupathar, Golaghat
Devipur is a village situated in the Sarupathar subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarupathar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Koroighat serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Devipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 294981. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.26 hectares and falls under the 785601 pincode. Sarupathar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Devipur
According to the 2011 Census, Devipur village had a total population of 525 people, including 250 males and 275 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 88.99% and female literacy at 71.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | 250 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 194 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 56 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Devipur
Devipur 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 Devipur
Public transport in the Devipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sarupathar to Devipur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Devipur 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 Devipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devipur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Sarupathar Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Devipur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Devipur is Koroighat.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 785601.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur had a total population of 525, including 250 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
Devipur had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur was 79.61%. Male literacy was 88.99% and female literacy was 71.37%.