Denga - Palasi, Araria
Denga is a village situated in the Palasi subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palasi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Sukhsaina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Denga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denga is 222071. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 854333 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Denga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jokihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Denga
As per Census 2011, Denga village has a total population of 2,340 people, consisting of 1,254 males and 1,086 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 879 literate and 1,461 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Denga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,340 | 1,254 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 260 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 556 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 698 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Denga
Denga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharhara | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Maina | North | 1.40 km |
| Jurail | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Bagmara | South | 1.64 km |
| Semaria | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Rangbaha | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Madhail | West | 2.22 km |
| Sukhsaina | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Gyaspur | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Pothia | North | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Denga
Denga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arariya Court, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Denga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Denga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Denga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Denga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Denga
Where is Denga located?
Denga village is located in Palasi Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Denga?
The Gram Panchayat of Denga is Sukhsaina.
What is the pincode of Denga?
The pincode of Denga is 854333.
What is the population of Denga?
Denga has a total population of 2,340, including 1,254 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Denga?
There are 474 households in Denga.
What is the literacy rate in Denga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denga is 37.56%. Male literacy is 44.34% and female literacy is 29.74%.