Devipur - Manvi, Raichur
Devipur is a village situated in the Manvi taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manvi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Chickkotnekal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 601055. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.25 hectares and falls under the 584136 pincode. Manvi is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipur
As per Census 2011, Devipur village has a total population of 897 people, consisting of 443 males and 454 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 681 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 443 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 336 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 260 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 183 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Devipur
Devipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Eralgaddi | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Hosur Umli | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Kharabadinni | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Mandahosur - (d) | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Muddamgaddi | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Chikkotankal | East | 3.73 km |
| Dumti | South | 3.80 km |
| Ragalparvi | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Nalgamdinni | East | 4.26 km |
| Uralgaddi | North-West | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devipur
Devipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kosgi, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Manvi to Devipur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Devipur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Manvi Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devipur is Chickkotnekal.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 584136.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur has a total population of 897, including 443 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
There are 155 households in Devipur.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur is 46.15%. Male literacy is 58.69% and female literacy is 33.92%.