Deodand
Deodand is a village located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 121km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Devdand is the gram panchayat of Deodand village.
Deodand has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Deodand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Deodand is 433627. The village spans a total geographical area of 1050.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493661. Bagicha is nearest town to Deodand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Deodand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Deodand
Population of Deodand
Below is a concise population overview of Deodand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 891 | 435 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 93 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 640 | 306 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 161 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 274 | 347 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Deodand village:
- The total population of Deodand village is around 891, including approximately 435 males and 456 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Deodand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Deodand village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 640 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Deodand village is about 30.30%, with male literacy at 37.01% and female literacy at 23.90%.
- There are around 205 households in Deodand village.
Connectivity of Deodand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Deodand. As per the 2011 stats, Deodand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Deodand
Knowing the nearby villages of Deodand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Deodand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Deodand
- Where is Deodand located?
- Deodand village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Deodand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Deodand is Devdand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Deodand?
- The pincode of Deodand is 493661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Deodand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Deodand is 891, with 435 males and 456 females.
- How many households are there in Deodand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Deodand village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Deodand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Deodand is 30.30%. The male literacy rate is 37.01%, while the female literacy rate is 23.90%.