Dewchand Pur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Dewchand Pur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Devchand Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewchand Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewchand Pur is 167579. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.83 hectares and falls under the 224137 pincode. Atrauliya is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dewchand Pur 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 Dewchand Pur
As per Census 2011, Dewchand Pur village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 175 males and 203 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewchand Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 175 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 20 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 129 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 46 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Dewchand Pur
Dewchand Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sray Raimal | North | 0.75 km |
| Alauddinpur | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Chuhad Pur | East | 0.91 km |
| Asnara Khas | North | 0.93 km |
| Bhabhaura | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Naseerpur Jameenasnara | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Narottam Pur | East | 1.44 km |
| Jagdishpur Kadipur | South | 1.58 km |
| Hardiha | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Syampur Alaupur | North | 1.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewchand Pur
Dewchand Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 50.1 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 Dewchand Pur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Dewchand Pur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewchand Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewchand Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewchand Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewchand Pur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewchand Pur
Where is Dewchand Pur located?
Dewchand Pur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewchand Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewchand Pur is Devchand Pur.
What is the pincode of Dewchand Pur?
The pincode of Dewchand Pur is 224137.
What is the population of Dewchand Pur?
Dewchand Pur has a total population of 378, including 175 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Dewchand Pur?
There are 66 households in Dewchand Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Dewchand Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewchand Pur is 61.90%. Male literacy is 73.71% and female literacy is 51.72%.