Devi Pur
Devi Pur is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Devipur is the gram panchayat of Devi Pur village.
Here you can discover what makes Devi Pur unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Devi Pur’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 Devi Pur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devi Pur is 005578. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181202. Akhnoor is nearest town to Devi Pur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Devi Pur
Population of Devi Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Devi Pur has a total population of about 1,353, with approximately 683 males and 670 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 477 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.58%, with male literacy at about 75.70% and female literacy near 69.40%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devi Pur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,353 | 683 | 670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 90 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 242 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 517 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 166 | 205 |
Connectivity of Devi Pur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devi Pur. As per the 2011 stats, Devi Pur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Devi Pur
Knowing the nearby villages of Devi Pur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devi Pur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devi Pur
- Where is Devi Pur located?
- Devi Pur village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devi Pur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Devi Pur is Devipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Devi Pur?
- The pincode of Devi Pur is 181202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devi Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devi Pur is 1,353, with 683 males and 670 females.
- How many households are there in Devi Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devi Pur village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devi Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devi Pur is 72.58%. The male literacy rate is 75.70%, while the female literacy rate is 69.40%.