Devpura - Narwal, Kanpur Nagar
Devpura is a village situated in the Narwal tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Ghatampur and around 40 km from Kanpur Nagar. Devpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpura is 150709. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.36 hectares and falls under the 209401 pincode. Kanpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Devpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bithoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devpura
According to the 2011 Census, Devpura village had a total population of 1,305 people, including 673 males and 632 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.98%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 62.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 1,305 | 673 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 91 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 480 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 193 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Devpura
Devpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarara | South | 1.13 km |
| Gauri Narwal | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Maholia | West | 1.78 km |
| Mohammadpur Narwal | North | 1.78 km |
| Chak Jarara | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Gauri Aranj | East | 1.88 km |
| Sunderpur | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Makrauli | South | 1.96 km |
| Lalupur | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Akbarpur Barui | North-West | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devpura
Devpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karbigwan, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Devpura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Devpura is about 40 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 Devpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devpura
Where is Devpura located?
Devpura village is located in Narwal Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devpura?
Devpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devpura?
The pincode of Devpura is 209401.
What is the population of Devpura?
Devpura had a total population of 1,305, including 673 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Devpura?
Devpura had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpura was 72.98%. Male literacy was 82.47% and female literacy was 62.38%.