Deochanda - Piro, Bhojpur
Deochanda is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Tilath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deochanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deochanda is 247379. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 802207 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Deochanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deochanda
According to the 2011 Census, Deochanda village had a total population of 1,170 people, including 597 males and 573 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.67%, with male literacy at 90.12% and female literacy at 70.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 1,170 | 597 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 465 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 132 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Deochanda
Deochanda 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 Deochanda
Deochanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Deochanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Deochanda is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Deochanda is about 40 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 Deochanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deochanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deochanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deochanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Deochanda
Where is Deochanda located?
Deochanda village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deochanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Deochanda is Tilath.
What is the pincode of Deochanda?
The pincode of Deochanda is 802207.
What is the population of Deochanda?
Deochanda had a total population of 1,170, including 597 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Deochanda?
Deochanda had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deochanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deochanda was 80.67%. Male literacy was 90.12% and female literacy was 70.79%.