Devpur - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Devpur is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Kasdol and around 118 km from Raipur. Dhamalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpur is 444179. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Pithora is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Devpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devpur
According to the 2011 Census, Devpur village had a total population of 262 people, including 128 males and 134 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.05%, with male literacy at 65.42% and female literacy at 47.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 262 | 128 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 58 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Devpur
Devpur 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 Devpur
Devpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Devpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pithora to Devpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Devpur is about 118 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 Devpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devpur
Where is Devpur located?
Devpur village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devpur is Dhamalpura.
What is the pincode of Devpur?
The pincode of Devpur is 493551.
What is the population of Devpur?
Devpur had a total population of 262, including 128 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Devpur?
Devpur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpur was 56.05%. Male literacy was 65.42% and female literacy was 47.41%.