Deoka - Nauhatta, Saharsa
Deoka is a village situated in the Nauhatta subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nauhatta and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Hati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deoka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deoka is 226238. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 852123 pincode. Supaul is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Deoka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deoka
As per Census 2011, Deoka village has a total population of 2,225 people, consisting of 1,119 males and 1,106 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 558 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 1,543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 777 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deoka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,225 | 1,119 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 558 | 281 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 384 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 428 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,543 | 691 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Deoka
Deoka 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 Deoka
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Deoka.
| 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 Supaul to Deoka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharsa to Deoka is about 35 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 Deoka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deoka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deoka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deoka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deoka
Where is Deoka located?
Deoka village is located in Nauhatta Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deoka?
The Gram Panchayat of Deoka is Hati.
What is the pincode of Deoka?
The pincode of Deoka is 852123.
What is the population of Deoka?
Deoka has a total population of 2,225, including 1,119 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Deoka?
There are 430 households in Deoka.
What is the literacy rate in Deoka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deoka is 30.65%. Male literacy is 38.25% and female literacy is 22.97%.