Devar-Bhupur - Lingasugur, Raichur
Devar-Bhupur is a village situated in the Lingasugur taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from Lingsugur and around 103 km from Raichur. Devarabhupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devar-Bhupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devar-Bhupur is 600466. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112.55 hectares and falls under the 584139 pincode. Lingsugur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Devar-Bhupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lingsugur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devar-Bhupur
As per Census 2011, Devar-Bhupur village has a total population of 3,758 people, consisting of 1,878 males and 1,880 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 693 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,413 literate and 2,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,809 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devar-Bhupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,758 | 1,878 | 1,880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 330 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 183 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,809 | 915 | 894 |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 869 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,345 | 1,009 | 1,336 |
Nearby Villages of Devar-Bhupur
Devar-Bhupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paramapur | North | 2.48 km |
| Yaradona | South | 3.12 km |
| Guntagola | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Chikaldoddi | East | 5.47 km |
| Gurgunta | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Ramalooti | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Phoolabhavi | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Aidbhavi | North | 6.26 km |
| Honnahalli | South | 6.84 km |
| Raidurga | North-East | 7.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devar-Bhupur
Devar-Bhupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Almatti, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lingsugur to Devar-Bhupur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Devar-Bhupur is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devar-Bhupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devar-Bhupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devar-Bhupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devar-Bhupur 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 Devar-Bhupur
Where is Devar-Bhupur located?
Devar-Bhupur village is located in Lingasugur Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devar-Bhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devar-Bhupur is Devarabhupur.
What is the pincode of Devar-Bhupur?
The pincode of Devar-Bhupur is 584139.
What is the population of Devar-Bhupur?
Devar-Bhupur has a total population of 3,758, including 1,878 males and 1,880 females.
How many households are there in Devar-Bhupur?
There are 589 households in Devar-Bhupur.
What is the literacy rate in Devar-Bhupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devar-Bhupur is 37.60%. Male literacy is 46.27% and female literacy is 28.94%.