Devinagar - Rajpura, Patiala
Devinagar is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Devi Nagar (a) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devinagar is 036982. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 140402 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Devinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Devinagar village had a total population of 513 people, including 274 males and 239 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.97%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 66.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 513 | 274 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 209 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 65 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Devinagar
Devinagar 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 Devinagar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Devinagar. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Devinagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Devinagar is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devinagar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devinagar
Where is Devinagar located?
Devinagar village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Devinagar is Devi Nagar (a).
What is the pincode of Devinagar?
The pincode of Devinagar is 140402.
What is the population of Devinagar?
Devinagar had a total population of 513, including 274 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Devinagar?
Devinagar had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devinagar was 75.97%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 66.05%.