Deora - Pargwal, Jammu
Deora is a village situated in the Pargwal tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Akhnoor and around 42 km from Jammu. Gura Manhasan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Deora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deora is 005635. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.6 hectares and falls under the 181207 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Deora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deora
According to the 2011 Census, Deora village had a total population of 652 people, including 330 males and 322 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.53%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | 330 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 72 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 245 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 85 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Deora
Deora 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 Deora
Deora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Akhnoor to Deora is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Deora is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deora 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 Deora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deora 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Deora
Where is Deora located?
Deora village is located in Pargwal Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Deora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Deora is Gura Manhasan.
What is the pincode of Deora?
The pincode of Deora is 181207.
What is the population of Deora?
Deora had a total population of 652, including 330 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Deora?
Deora had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deora was 75.53%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 65.71%.