Deogaon - Saintala, Balangir
Deogaon is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tikrapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogaon is 421022. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Deogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogaon
According to the 2011 Census, Deogaon village had a total population of 1,056 people, including 546 males and 510 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.45%, with male literacy at 85.31% and female literacy at 48.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 403.
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 | 1,056 | 546 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 403 | 214 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 389 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 157 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Deogaon
Deogaon 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 Deogaon
Public transport in the Deogaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kantabanji to Deogaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Deogaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deogaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deogaon
Where is Deogaon located?
Deogaon village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Deogaon is Tikrapada.
What is the pincode of Deogaon?
The pincode of Deogaon is 767032.
What is the population of Deogaon?
Deogaon had a total population of 1,056, including 546 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Deogaon?
Deogaon had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogaon was 67.45%. Male literacy was 85.31% and female literacy was 48.61%.