Devpuri Village - Shahpura, Bhilwara
Devpuri is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Bhilwara district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bhilwara. Lasadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpuri is 094909. The village covers a total geographical area of 839.93 hectares and falls under the 311011 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Devpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpuri
As per Census 2011, Devpuri village has a total population of 1,434 people, consisting of 707 males and 727 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 379 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devpuri are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 707 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 124 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 102 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 206 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 331 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 376 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Devpuri
Devpuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotri Meena | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Bansera | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Bachh Khera | West | 3.90 km |
| Peeplaj | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Shokya Khera | East | 4.19 km |
| Antoli | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Lasariya | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Kajoriya | North | 5.43 km |
| Dabla Chanda | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Bala Pura | West | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devpuri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Devpuri. The nearest railway station is Rupaheli, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Devpuri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhilwara to Devpuri is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpuri 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 Devpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devpuri
Where is Devpuri located?
Devpuri village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Bhilwara district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Devpuri is Lasadiya.
What is the pincode of Devpuri?
The pincode of Devpuri is 311011.
What is the population of Devpuri?
Devpuri has a total population of 1,434, including 707 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Devpuri?
There are 290 households in Devpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Devpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpuri is 30.54%. Male literacy is 46.82% and female literacy is 14.72%.