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
As per Census 2011, Devpura village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 563 males and 522 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 567 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devpura are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,085, including 563 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Devpura?
There are 158 households in Devpura.
What is the literacy rate in Devpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpura is 52.26%. Male literacy is 59.86% and female literacy is 44.06%.