Deogarh - Sitapur, Surguja
Deogarh is a village situated in the Sitapur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Deogarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogarh is 433451. The village covers a total geographical area of 1706.48 hectares and falls under the 497111 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Deogarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogarh
As per Census 2011, Deogarh village has a total population of 4,370 people, consisting of 2,179 males and 2,191 females. The village has 1,104 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 690 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,236 literate and 2,134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deogarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,370 | 2,179 | 2,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 690 | 336 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,348 | 1,666 | 1,682 |
| Literate Population | 2,236 | 1,328 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,134 | 851 | 1,283 |
Nearby Villages of Deogarh
Deogarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sontarai | East | 3.31 km |
| Jajga | North | 3.31 km |
| Karabel | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Bamlaya | East | 4.10 km |
| Soor | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Katkalo | South | 4.71 km |
| Udumkela | West | 4.79 km |
| Rajkheta | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Amatoli | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Balampur | North | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deogarh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Deogarh. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Deogarh is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Deogarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deogarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deogarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deogarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deogarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deogarh
Where is Deogarh located?
Deogarh village is located in Sitapur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogarh?
Deogarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deogarh?
The pincode of Deogarh is 497111.
What is the population of Deogarh?
Deogarh has a total population of 4,370, including 2,179 males and 2,191 females.
How many households are there in Deogarh?
There are 1,104 households in Deogarh.
What is the literacy rate in Deogarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogarh is 51.17%. Male literacy is 60.95% and female literacy is 41.44%.