Dewapur - Machhlishahr, Jaunpur
Dewapur is a village situated in the Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machhlishahr and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Dewapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewapur is 201042. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.42 hectares and falls under the 222201 pincode.
Dewapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dewapur
As per Census 2011, Dewapur village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 364 males and 375 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 364 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 283 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 81 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Dewapur
Dewapur 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 Dewapur
Dewapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dewapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jaunpur to Dewapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewapur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dewapur
Where is Dewapur located?
Dewapur village is located in Machhlishahr Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewapur?
Dewapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewapur?
The pincode of Dewapur is 222201.
What is the population of Dewapur?
Dewapur has a total population of 739, including 364 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Dewapur?
There are 97 households in Dewapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dewapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewapur is 67.25%. Male literacy is 77.75% and female literacy is 57.07%.