Deon - Bari Brahamana, Samba
Deon is a village situated in the Bari Brahamana tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 32 km from Samba and around 32 km from Samba. Deon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deon is 006296. The village covers a total geographical area of 2081.7 hectares and falls under the 181133 pincode.
Deon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vijay pur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deon
As per Census 2011, Deon village has a total population of 2,059 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 977 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,210 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 496 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,059 | 1,082 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 180 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 404 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 254 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 712 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 370 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Deon
Deon 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 Deon
Public transport in the Deon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Samba to Deon is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deon
Where is Deon located?
Deon village is located in Bari Brahamana Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deon?
Deon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deon?
The pincode of Deon is 181133.
What is the population of Deon?
Deon has a total population of 2,059, including 1,082 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Deon?
There are 362 households in Deon.
What is the literacy rate in Deon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deon is 58.77%. Male literacy is 65.80% and female literacy is 50.97%.