Dechuan - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Dechuan is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Karla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dechuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dechuan is 380768. The village falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Dechuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dechuan
According to the 2011 Census, Dechuan village had a total population of 237 people, including 131 males and 106 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.30%, with male literacy at 92.04% and female literacy at 50.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 121.
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 | 237 | 131 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 104 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 27 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Dechuan
Dechuan 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 Dechuan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dechuan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Dechuan is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dechuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dechuan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dechuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dechuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dechuan
Where is Dechuan located?
Dechuan village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dechuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dechuan is Karla.
What is the pincode of Dechuan?
The pincode of Dechuan is 768052.
What is the population of Dechuan?
Dechuan had a total population of 237, including 131 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Dechuan?
Dechuan had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dechuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dechuan was 73.30%. Male literacy was 92.04% and female literacy was 50.54%.