Devpuri - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Devpuri is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Tharali and around 100 km from Gopeshwar. Devpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpuri is 041605. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.62 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Devpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Devpuri village had a total population of 179 people, including 90 males and 89 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 94.67% and female literacy at 66.25%.
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 | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 19 | 36 |
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
Public transport in the Devpuri is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Devpuri is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devpuri
Where is Devpuri located?
Devpuri village is located in Narayanbagar 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 246481.
What is the population of Devpuri?
Devpuri had a total population of 179, including 90 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Devpuri?
Devpuri had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpuri was 80.00%. Male literacy was 94.67% and female literacy was 66.25%.