Devipura - Shahpura, Jaipur
Devipura is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Devipura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipura is 079270. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 303103 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Devipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viratnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipura
As per Census 2011, Devipura village has a total population of 1,911 people, consisting of 1,010 males and 901 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,230 literate and 681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,911 | 1,010 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 143 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 175 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 768 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 242 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Devipura
Devipura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bichpari | South | 1.23 km |
| Seepur | West | 1.81 km |
| Bhanipura | East | 2.02 km |
| Peeplod Narain | South | 2.07 km |
| Nathawala | East | 2.18 km |
| Saiwar | North | 2.66 km |
| Swamipura | East | 2.80 km |
| Dhelawas | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Pathano Ka Bas | West | 3.37 km |
| Chimanpura | North-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devipura
Devipura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khachera, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Devipura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Devipura is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devipura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devipura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devipura
Where is Devipura located?
Devipura village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipura?
Devipura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devipura?
The pincode of Devipura is 303103.
What is the population of Devipura?
Devipura has a total population of 1,911, including 1,010 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Devipura?
There are 284 households in Devipura.
What is the literacy rate in Devipura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipura is 64.36%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 51.28%.