Dehria - Itarhi, Buxar
Dehria is a village situated in the Itarhi subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itarhi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Basudhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dehria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehria is 248729. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.05 hectares and falls under the 802123 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dehria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dehria
According to the 2011 Census, Dehria village had a total population of 1,607 people, including 851 males and 756 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.08%, with male literacy at 68.00% and female literacy at 42.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 1,607 | 851 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 176 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 459 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 392 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Dehria
Dehria 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 Dehria
Dehria 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 | 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 Buxar to Dehria 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 Dehria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehria 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dehria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehria 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 Dehria
Where is Dehria located?
Dehria village is located in Itarhi Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dehria?
The Gram Panchayat of Dehria is Basudhar.
What is the pincode of Dehria?
The pincode of Dehria is 802123.
What is the population of Dehria?
Dehria had a total population of 1,607, including 851 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Dehria?
Dehria had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehria was 56.08%. Male literacy was 68.00% and female literacy was 42.83%.