Devipur - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Devipur is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 177636. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.15 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devipur is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devipur
According to the 2011 Census, Devipur village had a total population of 840 people, including 410 males and 430 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.15%, with male literacy at 63.27% and female literacy at 37.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 840 | 410 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 86 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 205 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 205 | 303 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikra Bujurg Tappa Heer | East | 0.80 km |
| Patwariya | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Bhadawn | East | 1.32 km |
| Biskohar | West | 1.40 km |
| Sikra Khurd | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Persohan | North | 1.58 km |
| Denghar | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Phoolpur Raja | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Semra | East | 1.84 km |
| Ramwapur | South-East | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devipur
The nearest railway station is Gainsari Junction, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Devipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Devipur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 272192.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur had a total population of 840, including 410 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
Devipur had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur was 50.15%. Male literacy was 63.27% and female literacy was 37.57%.