Devrahana - Mankapur, Gonda
Devrahana is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Bakharwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devrahana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devrahana is 175651. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.87 hectares and falls under the 271313 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Devrahana 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 Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devrahana
According to the 2011 Census, Devrahana village had a total population of 357 people, including 182 males and 175 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.83%, with male literacy at 61.44% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 357 | 182 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 94 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 88 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Devrahana
Devrahana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandhi Gardhava | East | 0.83 km |
| Bhatt Purva | West | 0.94 km |
| Misraulia Kanungo | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Bakharva | South | 1.23 km |
| Garrahi | North | 1.26 km |
| Machhmarava | East | 1.53 km |
| Ramaoopur | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Asharfabad | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Naraianpur Khurd | North | 1.91 km |
| Jaggnathpur | North-East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devrahana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Devrahana. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Devrahana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Devrahana 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 Devrahana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devrahana 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 Devrahana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devrahana 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 Devrahana
Where is Devrahana located?
Devrahana village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devrahana?
The Gram Panchayat of Devrahana is Bakharwa.
What is the pincode of Devrahana?
The pincode of Devrahana is 271313.
What is the population of Devrahana?
Devrahana had a total population of 357, including 182 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Devrahana?
Devrahana had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devrahana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devrahana was 50.83%. Male literacy was 61.44% and female literacy was 40.00%.