Deodar - Dhuraiya, Banka
Deodar is a village situated in the Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuraiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Tahirpur Goura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deodar is 241077. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Deodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deodar
As per Census 2011, Deodar village has a total population of 1,585 people, consisting of 852 males and 733 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deodar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,585 | 852 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 177 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 110 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 487 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 365 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Deodar
Deodar 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 Deodar
Public transport in the Deodar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Deodar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Deodar
Where is Deodar located?
Deodar village is located in Dhuraiya Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Deodar is Tahirpur Goura.
What is the pincode of Deodar?
The pincode of Deodar is 813205.
What is the population of Deodar?
Deodar has a total population of 1,585, including 852 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Deodar?
There are 255 households in Deodar.
What is the literacy rate in Deodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deodar is 48.64%. Male literacy is 57.16% and female literacy is 38.74%.