Devpur
Devpur is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Devpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Devpur unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Devpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Devpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devpur is 448229. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494771. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Devpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Devpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Devpur
Population of Devpur
According to the 2011 Census, Devpur has a total population of about 799, with approximately 428 males and 371 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.09%, with male literacy at about 76.40% and female literacy near 64.96%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 799 | 428 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 69 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 568 | 327 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 101 | 130 |
Connectivity of Devpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devpur. As per the 2011 stats, Devpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Devpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Devpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devpur
- Where is Devpur located?
- Devpur village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devpur?
- Devpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Devpur?
- The pincode of Devpur is 494771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devpur is 799, with 428 males and 371 females.
- How many households are there in Devpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devpur village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devpur is 71.09%. The male literacy rate is 76.40%, while the female literacy rate is 64.96%.