Devya Baksa Pandey - Harraiya, Basti
Devya Baksa Pandey is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Debyabaks Pandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devya Baksa Pandey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devya Baksa Pandey is 179466. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.38 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Devya Baksa Pandey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Devya Baksa Pandey
According to the 2011 Census, Devya Baksa Pandey village had a total population of 1,247 people, including 640 males and 607 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.96%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 60.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 1,247 | 640 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 149 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 769 | 461 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 179 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Devya Baksa Pandey
Devya Baksa Pandey 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhavapur Panday | South-East | 0.72 km |
| Chorkhari | East | 1.02 km |
| Ataraura | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Madhiya | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Bhiti Mishra | North | 1.12 km |
| Agar | North | 1.13 km |
| Narsinghpur Khurd | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Kandrakhpur | West | 1.25 km |
| Nathpur Pandey | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Bachhanpur | South | 1.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devya Baksa Pandey
Devya Baksa Pandey 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 Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Devya Baksa Pandey is about 33 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 Devya Baksa Pandey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devya Baksa Pandey 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 Devya Baksa Pandey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devya Baksa Pandey 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 Devya Baksa Pandey
Where is Devya Baksa Pandey located?
Devya Baksa Pandey village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devya Baksa Pandey?
The Gram Panchayat of Devya Baksa Pandey is Debyabaks Pandey.
What is the pincode of Devya Baksa Pandey?
The pincode of Devya Baksa Pandey is 272155.
What is the population of Devya Baksa Pandey?
Devya Baksa Pandey had a total population of 1,247, including 640 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Devya Baksa Pandey?
Devya Baksa Pandey had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devya Baksa Pandey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devya Baksa Pandey was 72.96%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 60.16%.