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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devpuri
As per Census 2011, Devpuri village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 510 males and 609 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 758 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 510 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 20 | 37 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,119, including 510 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Devpuri?
There are 212 households in Devpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Devpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpuri is 67.74%. Male literacy is 78.04% and female literacy is 59.11%.