Deku Bazar - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Deku Bazar is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deku Bazar is 275599. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deku Bazar
According to the 2011 Census, Deku Bazar village had a total population of 32 people, including 18 males and 14 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Deku Bazar
Deku Bazar 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 Deku Bazar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Deku Bazar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Deku Bazar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deku Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deku Bazar 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 Deku Bazar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deku Bazar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deku Bazar
Where is Deku Bazar located?
Deku Bazar village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Deku Bazar?
The pincode of Deku Bazar is 794005.
What is the population of Deku Bazar?
Deku Bazar had a total population of 32, including 18 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Deku Bazar?
Deku Bazar had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deku Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deku Bazar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 54.55%.