Dewanpur - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Dewanpur is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Kariyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewanpur is 236423. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dewanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dewanpur village had a total population of 1,649 people, including 876 males and 773 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.04%, with male literacy at 62.43% and female literacy at 35.68%.
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 | 1,649 | 876 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 184 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 645 | 432 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 444 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Dewanpur
Dewanpur 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 Dewanpur
Dewanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dewanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Dewanpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Dewanpur is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewanpur 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 Dewanpur
Where is Dewanpur located?
Dewanpur village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewanpur is Kariyan.
What is the pincode of Dewanpur?
The pincode of Dewanpur is 848117.
What is the population of Dewanpur?
Dewanpur had a total population of 1,649, including 876 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Dewanpur?
Dewanpur had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewanpur was 50.04%. Male literacy was 62.43% and female literacy was 35.68%.