Devghat Village - Salempur, Deoria
Devghat is a village situated in the Salempur tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salempur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Devghat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devghat is 191157. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.23 hectares and falls under the 274701 pincode. Deoria is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Devghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur karkhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devghat
As per Census 2011, Devghat village has a total population of 1,515 people, consisting of 780 males and 735 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devghat are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,515 | 780 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 610 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 170 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Devghat
Devghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandav | North | 3.02 km |
| Semri Sikmi Gohani | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Mahuli | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Sansarpur | South | 4.00 km |
| Lonmati | North | 4.14 km |
| Kotiya Kundali | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Patehri | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Nathupur | North | 4.99 km |
| Pachauha | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Gobari | North | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devghat
Public transport in the Devghat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manda Road, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoria to Devghat is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Deoria to Devghat is about 30 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 Devghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Devghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devghat 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 Devghat
Where is Devghat located?
Devghat village is located in Salempur Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devghat?
Devghat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devghat?
The pincode of Devghat is 274701.
What is the population of Devghat?
Devghat has a total population of 1,515, including 780 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Devghat?
There are 198 households in Devghat.
What is the literacy rate in Devghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devghat is 66.80%. Male literacy is 78.21% and female literacy is 54.69%.