Devpur - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Devpur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Devpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpur is 448229. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.86 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devpur
According to the 2011 Census, Devpur village had a total population of 799 people, including 428 males and 371 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 91.09% and female literacy at 72.37%.
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 | 799 | 428 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 69 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 327 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 101 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Devpur
Devpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vivekanand Nagar | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Ram Nagar | North | 1.72 km |
| Sharda Nagar | East | 1.74 km |
| Khairkatta | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Kamalpur | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Aalor | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Vishrampur | South | 2.69 km |
| Koyegaon | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Pitobhodiya | South | 3.96 km |
| Irakbutta | North | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devpur
Devpur 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Devpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Devpur is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | 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 Devpur
Where is Devpur located?
Devpur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpur?
Devpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devpur?
The pincode of Devpur is 494771.
What is the population of Devpur?
Devpur had a total population of 799, including 428 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Devpur?
Devpur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpur was 82.08%. Male literacy was 91.09% and female literacy was 72.37%.