Devikera - Shorapur, Yadgir
Devikera is a village situated in the Shorapur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shorapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Devikera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devikera is 621042. The village covers a total geographical area of 1424.26 hectares and falls under the 585304 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Devikera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devikera
As per Census 2011, Devikera village has a total population of 2,331 people, consisting of 1,190 males and 1,141 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 899 literate and 1,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,331 | 1,190 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 239 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 189 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 571 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 619 | 813 |
Nearby Villages of Devikera
Devikera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasnapur | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Rattal | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Shardahalli | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Arkera Khalsa | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Bahirimabdi | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Siddapur (g) | West | 4.70 km |
| Vankihal - | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Mandgalli | East | 5.00 km |
| Venkatapur | South | 5.22 km |
| Bijaspur | East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devikera
Devikera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shorapur to Devikera is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Devikera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devikera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devikera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Devikera
Where is Devikera located?
Devikera village is located in Shorapur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devikera?
Devikera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devikera?
The pincode of Devikera is 585304.
What is the population of Devikera?
Devikera has a total population of 2,331, including 1,190 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Devikera?
There are 362 households in Devikera.
What is the literacy rate in Devikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devikera is 38.57%. Male literacy is 47.98% and female literacy is 28.75%.