Deulakhani - Mohana, Gajapati
Deulakhani is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Badakhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deulakhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deulakhani is 413743. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Deulakhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deulakhani
According to the 2011 Census, Deulakhani village had a total population of 251 people, including 119 males and 132 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.78%, with male literacy at 86.60% and female literacy at 41.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 251 | 119 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 97 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 84 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 35 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Deulakhani
Deulakhani 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 Deulakhani
Deulakhani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Deulakhani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Deulakhani is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deulakhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deulakhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Deulakhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deulakhani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deulakhani
Where is Deulakhani located?
Deulakhani village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deulakhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Deulakhani is Badakhani.
What is the pincode of Deulakhani?
The pincode of Deulakhani is 761015.
What is the population of Deulakhani?
Deulakhani had a total population of 251, including 119 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Deulakhani?
Deulakhani had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deulakhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deulakhani was 63.78%. Male literacy was 86.60% and female literacy was 41.41%.