Deokharag - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Deokharag is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pindapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deokharag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deokharag is 428435. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Deokharag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deokharag
According to the 2011 Census, Deokharag village had a total population of 182 people, including 88 males and 94 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.13%, with male literacy at 58.97% and female literacy at 28.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 182 | 88 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 46 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 42 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Deokharag
Deokharag 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 Deokharag
Deokharag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jeypur to Deokharag is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Deokharag is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deokharag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deokharag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Deokharag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deokharag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deokharag
Where is Deokharag located?
Deokharag village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deokharag?
The Gram Panchayat of Deokharag is Pindapadar.
What is the pincode of Deokharag?
The pincode of Deokharag is 764028.
What is the population of Deokharag?
Deokharag had a total population of 182, including 88 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Deokharag?
Deokharag had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deokharag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deokharag was 43.13%. Male literacy was 58.97% and female literacy was 28.05%.