Devlar - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Devlar is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Devlar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devlar is 167672. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.11 hectares and falls under the 224176 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Devlar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devlar
As per Census 2011, Devlar village has a total population of 2,257 people, consisting of 1,113 males and 1,144 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 1,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devlar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,257 | 1,113 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 155 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 277 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 660 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 453 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Devlar
Devlar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratibhar | North-East | 0.78 km |
| Bhopal Patti | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Puragaur | South | 1.06 km |
| Bhupatpur Kondaraha | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Chaturpur Kattia | North | 1.29 km |
| Sankarpur Tappa Havely | West | 1.43 km |
| Nathamalpur Hetharia | South | 1.51 km |
| Babhanpura | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Kamalpurpikar | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Sankarpur Dharampur | South-East | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devlar
Public transport in the Devlar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khorason Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Atrauliya to Devlar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Devlar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devlar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devlar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devlar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devlar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Devlar
Where is Devlar located?
Devlar village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devlar?
Devlar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devlar?
The pincode of Devlar is 224176.
What is the population of Devlar?
Devlar has a total population of 2,257, including 1,113 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Devlar?
There are 353 households in Devlar.
What is the literacy rate in Devlar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devlar is 53.04%. Male literacy is 59.30% and female literacy is 46.94%.