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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Devpuri village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 90 males and 89 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 55 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 179, including 90 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Devpuri?
There are 45 households in Devpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Devpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpuri is 69.27%. Male literacy is 78.89% and female literacy is 59.55%.