Deogan - Bochaha, Muzaffarpur
Deogan is a village situated in the Bochaha subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bochaha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Deogan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogan is 228951. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.1 hectares and falls under the 843103 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Deogan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogan
As per Census 2011, Deogan village has a total population of 5,962 people, consisting of 3,153 males and 2,809 females. The village has 1,248 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,053 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,676 literate and 3,286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,045 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deogan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,962 | 3,153 | 2,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,053 | 567 | 486 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,045 | 558 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,676 | 1,567 | 1,109 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,286 | 1,586 | 1,700 |
Nearby Villages of Deogan
Deogan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Buchauli Urf Paranpur | East | 1.36 km |
| Parati | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Sohijan Dih | North | 1.67 km |
| Chaumukh | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Dhaneha | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Lalanua Urf Deogan Lalanua | West | 1.98 km |
| Manki | North | 2.31 km |
| Bagha Khal Urf Nabipur | East | 2.62 km |
| Balia Indarjit | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Unsar | South | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deogan
Deogan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paramjeevar Tarajeevar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Muzaffarpur to Deogan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deogan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deogan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deogan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deogan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Deogan
Where is Deogan located?
Deogan village is located in Bochaha Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogan?
Deogan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deogan?
The pincode of Deogan is 843103.
What is the population of Deogan?
Deogan has a total population of 5,962, including 3,153 males and 2,809 females.
How many households are there in Deogan?
There are 1,248 households in Deogan.
What is the literacy rate in Deogan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogan is 44.88%. Male literacy is 49.70% and female literacy is 39.48%.