Deoraha - Jatara, Tikamgarh
Deoraha is a village situated in the Jatara tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Devraha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deoraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deoraha is 456758. The village covers a total geographical area of 944.61 hectares and falls under the 472221 pincode. Jatara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Deoraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deoraha
As per Census 2011, Deoraha village has a total population of 3,296 people, consisting of 1,756 males and 1,540 females. The village has 597 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 545 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,508 literate and 1,788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,075 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deoraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,296 | 1,756 | 1,540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 301 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,075 | 565 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 104 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,508 | 963 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,788 | 793 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Deoraha
Deoraha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baharo Tal | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Phoolpur | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Pali | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Ghoorakhas | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Tanga | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Machora | West | 4.27 km |
| Morramanna | East | 4.43 km |
| Ghooratal | East | 4.52 km |
| Simariya | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Kitakhera | West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deoraha
Deoraha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.6 km.
| 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 Jatara to Deoraha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Deoraha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deoraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deoraha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deoraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deoraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Deoraha
Where is Deoraha located?
Deoraha village is located in Jatara Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deoraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Deoraha is Devraha.
What is the pincode of Deoraha?
The pincode of Deoraha is 472221.
What is the population of Deoraha?
Deoraha has a total population of 3,296, including 1,756 males and 1,540 females.
How many households are there in Deoraha?
There are 597 households in Deoraha.
What is the literacy rate in Deoraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deoraha is 45.75%. Male literacy is 54.84% and female literacy is 35.39%.