Devpura - Marihan, Mirzapur
Devpura is a village situated in the Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marihan and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Devpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpura is 212265. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.98 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode.
Devpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpura
As per Census 2011, Devpura village has a total population of 2,619 people, consisting of 1,400 males and 1,219 females. The village has 511 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,502 literate and 1,117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 674 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,619 | 1,400 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 229 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 674 | 371 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 3 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,502 | 912 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 488 | 629 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mamari Mu. Devpura | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Rampur 33 | West | 1.70 km |
| Jodhipur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Pahari | East | 1.89 km |
| Chekhuria | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Mamari Mu. Daranagar | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Bhawan | North | 2.19 km |
| Udaipur | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Kundroop | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Patharkhura | South-East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devpura
Devpura 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 Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Mirzapur to Devpura is about 38 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Devpura
Where is Devpura located?
Devpura village is located in Marihan Tehsil, Mirzapur 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 231210.
What is the population of Devpura?
Devpura has a total population of 2,619, including 1,400 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Devpura?
There are 511 households in Devpura.
What is the literacy rate in Devpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpura is 57.35%. Male literacy is 65.14% and female literacy is 48.40%.