Deogharia - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Deogharia is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 183 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Talbahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deogharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deogharia is 384950. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 770044 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Deogharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deogharia
As per Census 2011, Deogharia village has a total population of 97 people, consisting of 47 males and 50 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deogharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 41 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Deogharia
Deogharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talbahali | West | 1.28 km |
| Tantabahal | North | 1.36 km |
| Badhabhuin | East | 1.53 km |
| Kilinda | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Barghat | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Arjunjhari | West | 2.80 km |
| Kardakudar | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Ladapani | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Sanjala | South | 3.32 km |
| Badnuagaon | North | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deogharia
Public transport in the Deogharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Raurkela to Deogharia is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Deogharia is about 183 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deogharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deogharia 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 Deogharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deogharia 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 Deogharia
Where is Deogharia located?
Deogharia village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deogharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Deogharia is Talbahali.
What is the pincode of Deogharia?
The pincode of Deogharia is 770044.
What is the population of Deogharia?
Deogharia has a total population of 97, including 47 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Deogharia?
There are 25 households in Deogharia.
What is the literacy rate in Deogharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deogharia is 15.46%. Male literacy is 12.77% and female literacy is 18.00%.