Devpur Pokhriya - Haldwani, Nainital
Devpur Pokhriya is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sundarpur Raikwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devpur Pokhriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devpur Pokhriya is 055245. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.91 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Devpur Pokhriya 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devpur Pokhriya
According to the 2011 Census, Devpur Pokhriya village had a total population of 220 people, including 115 males and 105 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.70%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 76.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Devpur Pokhriya
Devpur Pokhriya 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 Devpur Pokhriya
Devpur Pokhriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Haldwani to Devpur Pokhriya is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Devpur Pokhriya is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devpur Pokhriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devpur Pokhriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devpur Pokhriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devpur Pokhriya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Devpur Pokhriya
Where is Devpur Pokhriya located?
Devpur Pokhriya village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devpur Pokhriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Devpur Pokhriya is Sundarpur Raikwal.
What is the pincode of Devpur Pokhriya?
The pincode of Devpur Pokhriya is 263139.
What is the population of Devpur Pokhriya?
Devpur Pokhriya had a total population of 220, including 115 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Devpur Pokhriya?
Devpur Pokhriya had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devpur Pokhriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devpur Pokhriya was 79.70%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 76.34%.