Dewakund - Goh, Aurangabad
Dewakund is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Hathiara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewakund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewakund is 252924. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Daud Nagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dewakund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewakund
According to the 2011 Census, Dewakund village had a total population of 2,039 people, including 1,048 males and 991 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.20%, with male literacy at 70.67% and female literacy at 44.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 558.
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 | 2,039 | 1,048 | 991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 199 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 277 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 940 | 600 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 448 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Dewakund
Dewakund 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 Dewakund
Dewakund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Daud Nagar to Dewakund is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Dewakund is about 60 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 Dewakund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewakund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewakund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewakund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dewakund
Where is Dewakund located?
Dewakund village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewakund?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewakund is Hathiara.
What is the pincode of Dewakund?
The pincode of Dewakund is 824203.
What is the population of Dewakund?
Dewakund had a total population of 2,039, including 1,048 males and 991 females.
How many households are there in Dewakund?
Dewakund had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewakund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewakund was 58.20%. Male literacy was 70.67% and female literacy was 44.39%.