Devipur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Devipur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Devi Himmatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 201221. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.83 hectares and falls under the 222202 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Devipur 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 Mungra badshahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipur
According to the 2011 Census, Devipur village had a total population of 163 people, including 86 males and 77 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.41%, with male literacy at 90.54% and female literacy at 53.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 67 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 19 | 39 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarai Pawara | East | 1.41 km |
| Sajai Kalan Khurd | South | 1.42 km |
| Panwara | North | 1.45 km |
| Himmatpur | West | 1.45 km |
| Muradpur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Kururiya | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Darapur | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Semariya | North | 2.52 km |
| Narsinghpur | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Uchaura | West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devipur
Devipur 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 Nibhapur, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.7 km.
| 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 Jaunpur to Devipur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devipur is Devi Himmatpur.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 222202.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur had a total population of 163, including 86 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
Devipur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur was 72.41%. Male literacy was 90.54% and female literacy was 53.52%.