Deojhiri - Udaynagar, Dewas
Deojhiri is a village situated in the Udaynagar tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Bagli and around 162 km from Dewas. Deoziri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deojhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deojhiri is 474080. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029.16 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Deojhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deojhiri
As per Census 2011, Deojhiri village has a total population of 1,286 people, consisting of 650 males and 636 females. The village has 309 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 533 literate and 753 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deojhiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,286 | 650 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 127 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,220 | 616 | 604 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 326 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 324 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Deojhiri
Deojhiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamli | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Gurarda | East | 2.23 km |
| Potla | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Tantukhedi | North | 2.67 km |
| Kandya | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Jojakpura | East | 3.98 km |
| Dhardi | South | 4.09 km |
| Neemanpura | North | 4.55 km |
| Kandia | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deojhiri
Deojhiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwaha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagli to Deojhiri is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Deojhiri is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deojhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deojhiri 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 Deojhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deojhiri 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 Deojhiri
Where is Deojhiri located?
Deojhiri village is located in Udaynagar Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deojhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Deojhiri is Deoziri.
What is the pincode of Deojhiri?
The pincode of Deojhiri is 455227.
What is the population of Deojhiri?
Deojhiri has a total population of 1,286, including 650 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Deojhiri?
There are 309 households in Deojhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Deojhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deojhiri is 41.45%. Male literacy is 50.15% and female literacy is 32.55%.