Devpura - Kankrej, Banas Kantha
Devpura is a village situated in the Kankrej taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shihori and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Devpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpura is 508598. The village covers a total geographical area of 700.8 hectares and falls under the 385550 pincode. Patan is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Devpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpura
According to the 2011 Census, Devpura village had a total population of 1,231 people, including 639 males and 592 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.74%, with male literacy at 61.35% and female literacy at 41.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160.
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 | 1,231 | 639 | 592 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 119 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 319 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 320 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Devpura
Devpura 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 Devpura
Public transport in the Devpura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Patan to Devpura is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Devpura is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devpura
Where is Devpura located?
Devpura village is located in Kankrej Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devpura?
Devpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devpura?
The pincode of Devpura is 385550.
What is the population of Devpura?
Devpura had a total population of 1,231, including 639 males and 592 females.
How many households are there in Devpura?
Devpura had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpura was 51.74%. Male literacy was 61.35% and female literacy was 41.41%.