Devchandpur - Pindra, Varanasi
Devchandpur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Dev Chandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devchandpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devchandpur is 208475. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.96 hectares and falls under the 221204 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Devchandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devchandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Devchandpur village had a total population of 1,348 people, including 692 males and 656 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.26%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 56.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 1,348 | 692 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 104 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 185 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 517 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 175 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Devchandpur
Devchandpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimaich | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Bharthara | North | 1.45 km |
| Chak Kharawan | South | 1.52 km |
| Karampur | East | 1.56 km |
| Gangkala | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Nindanpur | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Kharawan | West | 1.96 km |
| Hamirapur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Chak Lakhansipur | West | 2.46 km |
| Lakhmipur | North | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devchandpur
Devchandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pindra Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Varanasi to Devchandpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devchandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devchandpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devchandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devchandpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devchandpur
Where is Devchandpur located?
Devchandpur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devchandpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devchandpur is Dev Chandpur.
What is the pincode of Devchandpur?
The pincode of Devchandpur is 221204.
What is the population of Devchandpur?
Devchandpur had a total population of 1,348, including 692 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Devchandpur?
Devchandpur had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devchandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devchandpur was 72.26%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 56.06%.