Devaghata - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Devaghata is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Chanhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devaghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devaghata is 186950. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.56 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode.
Devaghata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devaghata
As per Census 2011, Devaghata village has a total population of 364 people, consisting of 196 males and 168 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devaghata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 196 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 136 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 60 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Devaghata
Devaghata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devaghata
Devaghata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gorakhpur to Devaghata is about 27 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 Devaghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devaghata 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 Devaghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devaghata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devaghata
Where is Devaghata located?
Devaghata village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devaghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Devaghata is Chanhar.
What is the pincode of Devaghata?
The pincode of Devaghata is 273211.
What is the population of Devaghata?
Devaghata has a total population of 364, including 196 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Devaghata?
There are 56 households in Devaghata.
What is the literacy rate in Devaghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devaghata is 59.07%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 47.02%.