Deodand - Mandro, Sahebganj
Deodand is a village situated in the Mandro subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Mandro and around 41 km from Sahibganj. Simra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deodand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deodand is 358164. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.3 hectares and falls under the 816120 pincode. Sahibganj is the nearest town.
Deodand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Deodand
According to the 2011 Census, Deodand village had a total population of 50 people, including 29 males and 21 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 724 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Deodand
Deodand 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 Deodand
Public transport in the Deodand is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sahibganj to Deodand is about 41 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 Deodand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deodand 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 Deodand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deodand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deodand
Where is Deodand located?
Deodand village is located in Mandro Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deodand?
The Gram Panchayat of Deodand is Simra.
What is the pincode of Deodand?
The pincode of Deodand is 816120.
What is the population of Deodand?
Deodand had a total population of 50, including 29 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Deodand?
Deodand had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deodand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deodand was 77.78%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.