Devapur - Harraiya, Basti
Devapur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Deokher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devapur is 179948. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.54 hectares and falls under the 272127 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Devapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devapur
According to the 2011 Census, Devapur village had a total population of 222 people, including 113 males and 109 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.19%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 67.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 222 | 113 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 18 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Devapur
Devapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siyarapur | North-West | 0.51 km |
| Araji Deokhar | North | 0.56 km |
| Ram Duttpur | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Pure Ganga Urf Pure Singh | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Musaha | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Pratapgarh Khurd | East | 1.10 km |
| Pure Divan | South | 1.11 km |
| Hilasi | West | 1.12 km |
| Shaktipur | South | 1.12 km |
| Pure Hindu | North | 1.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devapur
Devapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Devapur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devapur 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 Devapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devapur 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 Devapur
Where is Devapur located?
Devapur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devapur is Deokher.
What is the pincode of Devapur?
The pincode of Devapur is 272127.
What is the population of Devapur?
Devapur had a total population of 222, including 113 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Devapur?
Devapur had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devapur was 81.19%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 67.65%.