Devpura - Raniwara, Jalore
Devpura is a village situated in the Raniwara tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from Raniwara and around 105 km from Jalor. Raniwara Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpura is 089821. The village covers a total geographical area of 515 hectares and falls under the 343040 pincode. Bhinmal is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Devpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpura
According to the 2011 Census, Devpura village had a total population of 1,085 people, including 563 males and 522 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.78%, with male literacy at 74.23% and female literacy at 52.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 1,085 | 563 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 109 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 64 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 337 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 226 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Devpura
Devpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kot Ki Dhani | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Jalera Kalan | West | 2.32 km |
| Doodhwat | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Sewadiya | South | 3.91 km |
| Jalera Khurd | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Raniwara Khurd | East | 4.66 km |
| Golwara | North | 4.92 km |
| Mera | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Adarwara | South | 5.51 km |
| Heerpura | West | 6.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devpura
The nearest railway station is Raniwara, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhinmal to Devpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Devpura is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Devpura
Where is Devpura located?
Devpura village is located in Raniwara Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Devpura is Raniwara Kalan.
What is the pincode of Devpura?
The pincode of Devpura is 343040.
What is the population of Devpura?
Devpura had a total population of 1,085, including 563 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Devpura?
Devpura had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpura was 63.78%. Male literacy was 74.23% and female literacy was 52.87%.