Davanpur - Kota, Bilaspur
Davanpur is a village situated in the Kota tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kota and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Davanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Davanpur is 438004. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.76 hectares and falls under the 495113 pincode. Kota is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Davanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Davanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Davanpur village had a total population of 912 people, including 484 males and 428 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.97%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 49.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 833.
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 | 912 | 484 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 86 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 833 | 443 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 315 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 169 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Davanpur
Davanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsada | South | 1.43 km |
| Jhingatpur | East | 2.82 km |
| Semariya | North | 3.26 km |
| Lalpur | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Kunwarimuda | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Majhgaon | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Newsa | South | 5.42 km |
| Pataita | South | 5.50 km |
| Karka | South-West | 6.47 km |
| Gobaripat | South | 6.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Davanpur
Public transport in the Davanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Salkaroad, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kota to Davanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Davanpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Davanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Davanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Davanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Davanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Davanpur
Where is Davanpur located?
Davanpur village is located in Kota Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Davanpur?
Davanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Davanpur?
The pincode of Davanpur is 495113.
What is the population of Davanpur?
Davanpur had a total population of 912, including 484 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Davanpur?
Davanpur had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Davanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Davanpur was 64.97%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 49.59%.