Deoghat - Malegaon, Nashik
Deoghat is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Deoghat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deoghat is 550287. The village covers a total geographical area of 1749 hectares and falls under the 423105 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Deoghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deoghat
As per Census 2011, Deoghat village has a total population of 3,153 people, consisting of 1,600 males and 1,553 females. The village has 659 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 417 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,001 literate and 1,152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 663 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deoghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,153 | 1,600 | 1,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 228 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 663 | 324 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 2,001 | 1,119 | 882 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,152 | 481 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Deoghat
Deoghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visapur | East | 3.02 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 3.14 km |
| Sevanagar | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Dapur | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Sherul | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Hiswal Bk | North | 4.42 km |
| Sakur | South | 4.48 km |
| Daregaon | East | 4.55 km |
| Upkhede | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Kalwadi | South-West | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deoghat
Deoghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mordad Tanda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malegaon to Deoghat is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Deoghat is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deoghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deoghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deoghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deoghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deoghat
Where is Deoghat located?
Deoghat village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deoghat?
Deoghat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deoghat?
The pincode of Deoghat is 423105.
What is the population of Deoghat?
Deoghat has a total population of 3,153, including 1,600 males and 1,553 females.
How many households are there in Deoghat?
There are 659 households in Deoghat.
What is the literacy rate in Deoghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deoghat is 63.46%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 56.79%.