Devipur - Markacho, Koderma
Devipur is a village situated in the Markacho subdivision of Koderma district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Markacho and around 40 km from Kodarma. Devipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 350108. The village covers a total geographical area of 958 hectares and falls under the 825318 pincode.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Devipur
According to the 2011 Census, Devipur village had a total population of 1,881 people, including 947 males and 934 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.30%, with male literacy at 86.43% and female literacy at 55.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 1,881 | 947 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 188 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 86 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 656 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 291 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Devipur
Devipur 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 Devipur
Public transport in the Devipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Devipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kodarma to Devipur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Markacho Subdivision, Koderma district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devipur?
Devipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 825318.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur had a total population of 1,881, including 947 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
Devipur had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur was 71.30%. Male literacy was 86.43% and female literacy was 55.75%.