Devpuri - Gairsain, Chamoli
Devpuri is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Devpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpuri is 042021. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.48 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Devpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Devpuri village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 510 males and 609 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.47%, with male literacy at 92.34% and female literacy at 67.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 1,119 | 510 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 20 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 398 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 112 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Devpuri
Devpuri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Devpuri
Devpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Devpuri is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Devpuri is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Devpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpuri 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 Devpuri
Where is Devpuri located?
Devpuri village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devpuri?
Devpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devpuri?
The pincode of Devpuri is 246486.
What is the population of Devpuri?
Devpuri had a total population of 1,119, including 510 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Devpuri?
Devpuri had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpuri was 78.47%. Male literacy was 92.34% and female literacy was 67.29%.