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
As per Census 2011, Devi Pura village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 226 males and 203 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devi Pura are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 429, including 226 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Devi Pura?
There are 81 households in Devi Pura.
What is the literacy rate in Devi Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devi Pura is 41.26%. Male literacy is 51.33% and female literacy is 30.05%.