Deochi - Pirawa, Jhalawar
Deochi is a village situated in the Pirawa tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirawa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Sherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deochi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deochi is 105171. The village covers a total geographical area of 561 hectares and falls under the 326034 pincode. Pirawa is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Deochi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deochi
As per Census 2011, Deochi village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 377 males and 356 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deochi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 377 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 222 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 155 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Deochi
Deochi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daulatpura | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Ramthi | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Sherpur | West | 3.12 km |
| Rasoolpura | South | 3.55 km |
| Dharoniya | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Guradiya | West | 3.99 km |
| Rampuriya | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Saroniya | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Mohammadpura | West | 5.34 km |
| Meerpura | West | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deochi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Deochi. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pirawa to Deochi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Deochi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deochi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deochi 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 Deochi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deochi 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 Deochi
Where is Deochi located?
Deochi village is located in Pirawa Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deochi?
The Gram Panchayat of Deochi is Sherpur.
What is the pincode of Deochi?
The pincode of Deochi is 326034.
What is the population of Deochi?
Deochi has a total population of 733, including 377 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Deochi?
There are 175 households in Deochi.
What is the literacy rate in Deochi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deochi is 42.97%. Male literacy is 58.89% and female literacy is 26.12%.