Deora Kot - Sohawal, Ayodhya
Deora Kot is a village situated in the Sohawal tehsil of Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Sohawal and around 30 km from Faizabad. Devrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deora Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deora Kot is 166211. The village covers a total geographical area of 698.42 hectares and falls under the 224126 pincode. Faizabad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Deora Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deora Kot
As per Census 2011, Deora Kot village has a total population of 8,172 people, consisting of 4,216 males and 3,956 females. The village has 1,310 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,672 literate and 3,500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,032 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deora Kot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,172 | 4,216 | 3,956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,216 | 656 | 560 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,032 | 1,049 | 983 |
| Literate Population | 4,672 | 2,740 | 1,932 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,500 | 1,476 | 2,024 |
Nearby Villages of Deora Kot
Deora Kot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondwa | West | 1.45 km |
| Pilkhawan | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Sarai Namoo | North | 2.03 km |
| Rahimpur Baidauli | West | 2.12 km |
| Kalaferpur Uparhar | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Ismil Nagar Sinhora Uparhar | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Dera Musi | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Parana Pur | East | 3.37 km |
| Kareru | South | 3.40 km |
| Kalafar Pur Manjha | North-East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deora Kot
Deora Kot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deorakot, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Faizabad to Deora Kot is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deora Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deora Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deora Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deora Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deora Kot
Where is Deora Kot located?
Deora Kot village is located in Sohawal Tehsil, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deora Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Deora Kot is Devrakot.
What is the pincode of Deora Kot?
The pincode of Deora Kot is 224126.
What is the population of Deora Kot?
Deora Kot has a total population of 8,172, including 4,216 males and 3,956 females.
How many households are there in Deora Kot?
There are 1,310 households in Deora Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Deora Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deora Kot is 57.17%. Male literacy is 64.99% and female literacy is 48.84%.