Devipur - Maharajganj, Mahrajganj
Devipur is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Devipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 184683. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.91 hectares and falls under the 273310 pincode.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paniyara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipur
As per Census 2011, Devipur village has a total population of 3,527 people, consisting of 1,823 males and 1,704 females. The village has 566 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,970 literate and 1,557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 521 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,527 | 1,823 | 1,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 302 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 288 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,970 | 1,203 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,557 | 620 | 937 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beniganj | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Satguru | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Arbarahawa | West | 1.87 km |
| Ratanpurawa | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Kuana Chap | East | 2.55 km |
| Mujuri | North | 2.55 km |
| Madhonagar | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Barbas | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Mansurganj | South | 2.95 km |
| Nasirabad | South-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devipur
Public transport in the Devipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rawat Ganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahrajganj to Devipur is about 35 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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Maharajganj Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipur?
Devipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 273310.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur has a total population of 3,527, including 1,823 males and 1,704 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
There are 566 households in Devipur.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur is 55.85%. Male literacy is 65.99% and female literacy is 45.01%.