Deokunda - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Deokunda is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Amdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deokunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deokunda is 240294. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Deokunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deokunda
As per Census 2011, Deokunda village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 495 males and 471 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deokunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 495 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 105 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 258 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 237 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Deokunda
Deokunda 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 Deokunda
Deokunda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Deokunda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deokunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deokunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deokunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deokunda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Deokunda
Where is Deokunda located?
Deokunda village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deokunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Deokunda is Amdiha.
What is the pincode of Deokunda?
The pincode of Deokunda is 813204.
What is the population of Deokunda?
Deokunda has a total population of 966, including 495 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Deokunda?
There are 169 households in Deokunda.
What is the literacy rate in Deokunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deokunda is 46.58%. Male literacy is 52.12% and female literacy is 40.76%.