Dejharan - Ulunda, Sonepur
Dejharan is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Ulunda and around 45 km from Subarnapur. S.patrapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dejharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dejharan is 419122. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 767062 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Dejharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dejharan
According to the 2011 Census, Dejharan village had a total population of 47 people, including 23 males and 24 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.00%, with male literacy at 57.89% and female literacy at 23.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Dejharan
Dejharan 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 Dejharan
Public transport in the Dejharan 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Dejharan is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Dejharan 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 Dejharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dejharan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dejharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dejharan 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 Dejharan
Where is Dejharan located?
Dejharan village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dejharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dejharan is S.patrapali.
What is the pincode of Dejharan?
The pincode of Dejharan is 767062.
What is the population of Dejharan?
Dejharan had a total population of 47, including 23 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Dejharan?
Dejharan had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dejharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dejharan was 40.00%. Male literacy was 57.89% and female literacy was 23.81%.