Deolai - Hatta, Damoh
Deolai is a village situated in the Hatta tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Kaikheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deolai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deolai is 461707. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.24 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Deolai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deolai
As per Census 2011, Deolai village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 158 males and 146 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deolai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 158 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 104 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 54 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Deolai
Deolai 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 Deolai
Deolai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatta to Deolai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Deolai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deolai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deolai 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Deolai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deolai 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 Deolai
Where is Deolai located?
Deolai village is located in Hatta Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deolai?
The Gram Panchayat of Deolai is Kaikheda.
What is the pincode of Deolai?
The pincode of Deolai is 470775.
What is the population of Deolai?
Deolai has a total population of 304, including 158 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Deolai?
There are 70 households in Deolai.
What is the literacy rate in Deolai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deolai is 57.24%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 47.95%.