Devari Khera - Utraula, Balrampur
Devari Khera is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Devari Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devari Khera is 174078. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.34 hectares and falls under the 271603 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Devari Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devari Khera
As per Census 2011, Devari Khera village has a total population of 2,989 people, consisting of 1,540 males and 1,449 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,455 literate and 1,534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devari Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,989 | 1,540 | 1,449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 272 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,455 | 932 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,534 | 608 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Devari Khera
Devari Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nava Kole | North | 1.07 km |
| Naya Nager | South | 1.85 km |
| Boodhi Pur | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Banjeria Husain | West | 2.20 km |
| Ghoghra | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Basawan Bankat | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Kishunpur Grint | North | 2.57 km |
| Dhunpur | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Kanchhar Ashrafpur | South | 2.92 km |
| Semara | South-West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devari Khera
Devari Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lakhpat Nagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.8 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 Utraula to Devari Khera is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Devari Khera is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devari Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devari Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devari Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devari Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devari Khera
Where is Devari Khera located?
Devari Khera village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devari Khera?
Devari Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devari Khera?
The pincode of Devari Khera is 271603.
What is the population of Devari Khera?
Devari Khera has a total population of 2,989, including 1,540 males and 1,449 females.
How many households are there in Devari Khera?
There are 426 households in Devari Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Devari Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devari Khera is 48.68%. Male literacy is 60.52% and female literacy is 36.09%.