Devipur - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Devipur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Harangarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 448272. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipur
According to the 2011 Census, Devipur village had a total population of 662 people, including 352 males and 310 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.94%, with male literacy at 88.47% and female literacy at 66.29%.
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 | 662 | 352 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 261 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 91 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Devipur
Devipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dwarkapuri | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Rajendra Nagar | South | 1.43 km |
| Deoda | South | 1.72 km |
| Subhash Nagar | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Kali Nagar | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Donde | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Yashwant Nagar | East | 2.25 km |
| Satya Nagar | South | 2.91 km |
| Krishna Nagar | West | 2.96 km |
| Shri Nagar | North-West | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devipur
Devipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 130.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Devipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Devipur is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devipur is Harangarh.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 494776.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur had a total population of 662, including 352 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
Devipur had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur was 77.94%. Male literacy was 88.47% and female literacy was 66.29%.