Devkali Rani - Harraiya, Basti
Devkali Rani is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Devkali Rani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devkali Rani is 179844. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.74 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode.
Devkali Rani 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 Devkali Rani
According to the 2011 Census, Devkali Rani village had a total population of 491 people, including 249 males and 242 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.20%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 52.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 491 | 249 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 173 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 76 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Devkali Rani
Devkali Rani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Katif | South-West | 0.53 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North | 0.72 km |
| Jiji Rampur | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Nagra Badli | West | 0.87 km |
| Pure Badli | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Aama Tiwari | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Kotiya | North | 1.13 km |
| Kanona | South | 1.21 km |
| Pure Likambar | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Amatiwari | East | 1.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devkali Rani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Devkali Rani. The nearest railway station is Ramghat Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Devkali Rani 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 Devkali Rani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devkali Rani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devkali Rani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devkali Rani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devkali Rani
Where is Devkali Rani located?
Devkali Rani village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devkali Rani?
Devkali Rani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devkali Rani?
The pincode of Devkali Rani is 272001.
What is the population of Devkali Rani?
Devkali Rani had a total population of 491, including 249 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Devkali Rani?
Devkali Rani had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devkali Rani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devkali Rani was 66.20%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 52.11%.