Dewpur - Kalyanpur, Purbi Champaran
Dewpur is a village situated in the Kalyanpur subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from Kalyanpur and around 42 km from Motihari. Parsauni Wazid serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewpur is 218283. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 845413 pincode. Chakia is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dewpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purvi Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dewpur village had a total population of 1,047 people, including 554 males and 493 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.16%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 53.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 1,047 | 554 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 113 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 333 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 221 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Dewpur
Dewpur 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 Dewpur
Public transport in the Dewpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakia to Dewpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Dewpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dewpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewpur
Where is Dewpur located?
Dewpur village is located in Kalyanpur Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dewpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewpur is Parsauni Wazid.
What is the pincode of Dewpur?
The pincode of Dewpur is 845413.
What is the population of Dewpur?
Dewpur had a total population of 1,047, including 554 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Dewpur?
Dewpur had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewpur was 65.16%. Male literacy was 75.51% and female literacy was 53.65%.