Devipur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Devipur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devipur is 055553. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.52 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Devipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devipur
As per Census 2011, Devipur village has a total population of 361 people, consisting of 193 males and 168 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 291 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 193 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 167 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaladhungi to Devipur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Devipur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devipur
Where is Devipur located?
Devipur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devipur is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Devipur?
The pincode of Devipur is 263159.
What is the population of Devipur?
Devipur has a total population of 361, including 193 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Devipur?
There are 65 households in Devipur.
What is the literacy rate in Devipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devipur is 80.61%. Male literacy is 86.53% and female literacy is 73.81%.