Deuladiha - Telkoi, Keonjhar
Deuladiha is a village situated in the Telkoi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Telkoi and around 60 km from Kendujhar. Deuladiha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deuladiha is 386351. The village covers a total geographical area of 624 hectares and falls under the 758018 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Deuladiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deuladiha
As per Census 2011, Deuladiha village has a total population of 2,206 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,071 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 882 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 453 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deuladiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,206 | 1,135 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 322 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 216 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 775 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 360 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Deuladiha
Deuladiha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaduapada | South | 2.15 km |
| Santeibhanja | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Nuagarh | East | 2.69 km |
| Raipal | West | 2.96 km |
| Barnamuhan | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Udayagiri | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Taptajharan | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Dubulapal | North | 3.50 km |
| Sridharpur | South | 3.51 km |
| Jharalo | North | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deuladiha
Deuladiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Basantapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kendujhar to Deuladiha is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Deuladiha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deuladiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deuladiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deuladiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deuladiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deuladiha
Where is Deuladiha located?
Deuladiha village is located in Telkoi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deuladiha?
Deuladiha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deuladiha?
The pincode of Deuladiha is 758018.
What is the population of Deuladiha?
Deuladiha has a total population of 2,206, including 1,135 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Deuladiha?
There are 498 households in Deuladiha.
What is the literacy rate in Deuladiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deuladiha is 60.02%. Male literacy is 68.28% and female literacy is 51.26%.