Devipur - Poornagiri, Champawat
Devipur is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Devipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 054458. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.52 hectares and falls under the 262310 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Devipur
According to the 2011 Census, Devipur village had a total population of 1,533 people, including 788 males and 745 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.55%, with male literacy at 93.56% and female literacy at 69.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 1,533 | 788 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 105 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 198 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,096 | 639 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 149 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Devipur
Devipur 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 Devipur
Devipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Devipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Devipur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Devipur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devipur 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 Devipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devipur?
Devipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 262310.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur had a total population of 1,533, including 788 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
Devipur had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur was 81.55%. Male literacy was 93.56% and female literacy was 69.14%.