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
As per Census 2011, Deogaon village has a total population of 1,056 people, consisting of 546 males and 510 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 599 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 403 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deogaon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,056, including 546 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Deogaon?
There are 236 households in Deogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Deogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogaon is 56.72%. Male literacy is 71.25% and female literacy is 41.18%.