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 Gram 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devipur
As per Census 2011, Devipur village has a total population of 525 people, consisting of 250 males and 275 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 525 | 250 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Devipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devipur is Koroighat.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 785601.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur has a total population of 525, including 250 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
There are 116 households in Devipur.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur is 70.67%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 64.36%.