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
According to the 2011 Census, Dewapur village had a total population of 739 people, including 364 males and 375 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.65%, with male literacy at 94.02% and female literacy at 66.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160.
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 | 739 | 364 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 739, including 364 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Dewapur?
Dewapur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewapur was 79.65%. Male literacy was 94.02% and female literacy was 66.25%.