Deotarai - Pithora, Mahasamund
Deotarai is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Saisraipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deotarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deotarai is 446416. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.31 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Deotarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deotarai
As per Census 2011, Deotarai village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 173 males and 174 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deotarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 173 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 148 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 105 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 68 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Deotarai
Deotarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saisaraipali | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Lawamauha (lawamauta) | South | 1.34 km |
| Bhaskarapali | East | 1.41 km |
| Jogidadar | North | 1.67 km |
| Jhar Muda | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Jhapimauha (jhapimauta) | South | 2.32 km |
| Kotgarh | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Patharla | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Dhupendih | East | 3.22 km |
| Baitari | West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deotarai
Deotarai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bagbahara to Deotarai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Deotarai is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deotarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deotarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deotarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deotarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deotarai
Where is Deotarai located?
Deotarai village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deotarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Deotarai is Saisraipali.
What is the pincode of Deotarai?
The pincode of Deotarai is 493555.
What is the population of Deotarai?
Deotarai has a total population of 347, including 173 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Deotarai?
There are 77 households in Deotarai.
What is the literacy rate in Deotarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deotarai is 51.30%. Male literacy is 60.69% and female literacy is 41.95%.