Dewapur - Faizabad, Ayodhya
Dewapur is a village situated in the Faizabad tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Faizabad and around 40 km from Faizabad. Deva Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewapur is 166507. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.12 hectares and falls under the 224172 pincode. Faizabad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dewapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goshainganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambedkar Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dewapur village had a total population of 2,059 people, including 1,004 males and 1,055 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.54%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 793.
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 | 2,059 | 1,004 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 793 | 393 | 400 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,359 | 763 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 241 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Dewapur
Dewapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dewapur
Dewapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dewapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Faizabad to Dewapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewapur 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 Dewapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewapur 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 Dewapur
Where is Dewapur located?
Dewapur village is located in Faizabad Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewapur is Deva Pur.
What is the pincode of Dewapur?
The pincode of Dewapur is 224172.
What is the population of Dewapur?
Dewapur had a total population of 2,059, including 1,004 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Dewapur?
Dewapur had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewapur was 75.54%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 64.71%.