Devenpur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Devenpur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Devenpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devenpur is 192638. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.76 hectares and falls under the 276121 pincode.
Devenpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devenpur
According to the 2011 Census, Devenpur village had a total population of 1,158 people, including 618 males and 540 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.38%, with male literacy at 90.36% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271.
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 | 1,158 | 618 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 120 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 153 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 450 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 168 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Devenpur
Devenpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhojpur | North | 0.53 km |
| Nevada | South-West | 0.77 km |
| Akharchanda | North-East | 0.86 km |
| Ratanpur | North | 0.91 km |
| Brijmani Khurd | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Chak Dhanawa | West | 1.18 km |
| Jhotipur | East | 1.21 km |
| Sikandarpur Khalsa | North | 1.22 km |
| Parasmanpur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Narottampur Suryman | North | 1.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devenpur
Public transport in the Devenpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Azamgarh to Devenpur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devenpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devenpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devenpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devenpur 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 Devenpur
Where is Devenpur located?
Devenpur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devenpur?
Devenpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devenpur?
The pincode of Devenpur is 276121.
What is the population of Devenpur?
Devenpur had a total population of 1,158, including 618 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Devenpur?
Devenpur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devenpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devenpur was 80.38%. Male literacy was 90.36% and female literacy was 69.57%.