Devlapur - Begamganj, Raisen
Devlapur is a village situated in the Begamganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Begamganj and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Sunhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devlapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devlapur is 484050. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.73 hectares and falls under the 464570 pincode. Begamganj is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Devlapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Silwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devlapur
As per Census 2011, Devlapur village has a total population of 677 people, consisting of 346 males and 331 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devlapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 346 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 202 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 144 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Devlapur
Devlapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koluwa | East | 1.58 km |
| Sumer | North | 2.55 km |
| Salaiya | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Chhola | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Berkhedi Baramadgarhi | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Hapsili | East | 3.60 km |
| Mala | West | 3.98 km |
| Madiya Niwari | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Uchera | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Rahatwas | South | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devlapur
Devlapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Isarwara, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Begamganj to Devlapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Devlapur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devlapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devlapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Devlapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devlapur 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 Devlapur
Where is Devlapur located?
Devlapur village is located in Begamganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devlapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devlapur is Sunhera.
What is the pincode of Devlapur?
The pincode of Devlapur is 464570.
What is the population of Devlapur?
Devlapur has a total population of 677, including 346 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Devlapur?
There are 151 households in Devlapur.
What is the literacy rate in Devlapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devlapur is 54.51%. Male literacy is 58.38% and female literacy is 50.45%.