Devi Pura - Gadraroad, Barmer
Devi Pura is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 90 km from Sheo and around 70 km from Barmer. Redana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devi Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devi Pura is 086734. The village covers a total geographical area of 922 hectares and falls under the 344001 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Devi Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devi Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Devi Pura village had a total population of 429 people, including 226 males and 203 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.86%, with male literacy at 62.37% and female literacy at 36.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
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 | 429 | 226 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 116 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 110 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Devi Pura
Devi Pura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaratapura | East | 2.04 km |
| Mar Ka Kua | West | 2.53 km |
| Rancholi | South | 3.50 km |
| Bherat | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Dargawan | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Bagpur | West | 5.41 km |
| Chandelipura | North | 5.46 km |
| Mureela | North-East | 5.54 km |
| Dhoreta | West | 6.08 km |
| Pancholi | South | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devi Pura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Devi Pura. The nearest railway station is Rampahari, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Barmer to Devi Pura is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devi Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devi Pura 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 Devi Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devi Pura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devi Pura
Where is Devi Pura located?
Devi Pura village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devi Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Devi Pura is Redana.
What is the pincode of Devi Pura?
The pincode of Devi Pura is 344001.
What is the population of Devi Pura?
Devi Pura had a total population of 429, including 226 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Devi Pura?
Devi Pura had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devi Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devi Pura was 49.86%. Male literacy was 62.37% and female literacy was 36.09%.