Deoria - Paroo, Muzaffarpur
Deoria is a village situated in the Paroo subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paroo and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Deoria East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deoria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deoria is 228218. The village covers a total geographical area of 2177 hectares and falls under the 843120 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Deoria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahebganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vaishali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deoria
As per Census 2011, Deoria village has a total population of 19,165 people, consisting of 9,993 males and 9,172 females. The village has 3,112 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,343 literate and 9,822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,976 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deoria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,165 | 9,993 | 9,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,468 | 1,791 | 1,677 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,976 | 1,031 | 945 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 9,343 | 5,680 | 3,663 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,822 | 4,313 | 5,509 |
Nearby Villages of Deoria
Deoria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpura | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Pakri Basharat | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Narwara | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Lakhnauri | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bhimpur | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Bishunpur Saraiya | South | 3.76 km |
| Madhurapur | West | 3.78 km |
| Chainpura | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Jathwalia | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Dharampur Ram | West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deoria
Deoria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahwal, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Deoria is about 42 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 Deoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deoria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deoria 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Deoria
Where is Deoria located?
Deoria village is located in Paroo Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deoria?
The Gram Panchayat of Deoria is Deoria East.
What is the pincode of Deoria?
The pincode of Deoria is 843120.
What is the population of Deoria?
Deoria has a total population of 19,165, including 9,993 males and 9,172 females.
How many households are there in Deoria?
There are 3,112 households in Deoria.
What is the literacy rate in Deoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deoria is 48.75%. Male literacy is 56.84% and female literacy is 39.94%.