Devipur - Chikiti, Ganjam
Devipur is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Nuagaon and around 85 km from Chatrapur. Chandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 412978. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 761011 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipur
As per Census 2011, Devipur village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 42 males and 58 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,380 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 42 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 42 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 17 | 43 |
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
Devipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Digapahandi to Devipur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Devipur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devipur is Chandapur.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 761011.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur has a total population of 100, including 42 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
There are 28 households in Devipur.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur is 40.00%. Male literacy is 59.52% and female literacy is 25.86%.