Deogaon - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Deogaon is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Ghasipura and around 90.5 km from Kendujhar. Deogaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogaon is 386944. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 758025 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 90.5 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 Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogaon
As per Census 2011, Deogaon village has a total population of 2,229 people, consisting of 1,110 males and 1,119 females. The village has 469 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,718 literate and 511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,229 | 1,110 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 253 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,718 | 903 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 207 | 304 |
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
Deogaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Anandapur to Deogaon is about 90.5 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Deogaon is about 90.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deogaon
Where is Deogaon located?
Deogaon village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogaon?
Deogaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deogaon?
The pincode of Deogaon is 758025.
What is the population of Deogaon?
Deogaon has a total population of 2,229, including 1,110 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Deogaon?
There are 469 households in Deogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Deogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogaon is 77.07%. Male literacy is 81.35% and female literacy is 72.83%.