Dewa - Parsauni, Sitamarhi
Dewa is a village situated in the Parsauni subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsauni and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Dema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewa is 219411. The village covers a total geographical area of 376 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dewa
As per Census 2011, Dewa village has a total population of 5,183 people, consisting of 2,687 males and 2,496 females. The village has 1,151 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,026 literate and 3,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,183 | 2,687 | 2,496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,188 | 605 | 583 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 312 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,026 | 1,205 | 821 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,157 | 1,482 | 1,675 |
Nearby Villages of Dewa
Dewa 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 Dewa
Public transport in the Dewa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dewa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Dewa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Dewa is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dewa
Where is Dewa located?
Dewa village is located in Parsauni Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dewa is Dema.
What is the pincode of Dewa?
The pincode of Dewa is 847102.
What is the population of Dewa?
Dewa has a total population of 5,183, including 2,687 males and 2,496 females.
How many households are there in Dewa?
There are 1,151 households in Dewa.
What is the literacy rate in Dewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewa is 39.09%. Male literacy is 44.85% and female literacy is 32.89%.