Devipur - Gorakhpur
Devipur is a village situated in the Gorakhpur tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Gorakhpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Devipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 185507. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.94 hectares and falls under the 273007 pincode.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipraich Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipur
As per Census 2011, Devipur village has a total population of 5,179 people, consisting of 2,689 males and 2,490 females. The village has 872 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 857 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,702 literate and 2,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,179 | 2,689 | 2,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 857 | 432 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,591 | 809 | 782 |
| Literate Population | 2,702 | 1,718 | 984 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,477 | 971 | 1,506 |
Nearby Villages of Devipur
Devipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thakurpur No.1 | North | 1.74 km |
| Parmeshwarpur | West | 1.76 km |
| Baijnathpur | South | 1.88 km |
| Jangal Ayodhya Prasad | East | 2.01 km |
| Bisunpur | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Thakurpur N0.2 | North | 2.96 km |
| Narainpur No.2 | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Balapar | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Jangl Dumri No1 | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Mahrajganj | North-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devipur
Devipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maniram, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gorakhpur to Devipur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Gorakhpur Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipur?
Devipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 273007.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur has a total population of 5,179, including 2,689 males and 2,490 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
There are 872 households in Devipur.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur is 52.17%. Male literacy is 63.89% and female literacy is 39.52%.