Deoit - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Deoit is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dewait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deoit village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deoit is 195773. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.34 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Deoit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deoit
According to the 2011 Census, Deoit village had a total population of 5,308 people, including 2,738 males and 2,570 females, living in 694 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.04%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 54.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,438.
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 | 5,308 | 2,738 | 2,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 690 | 386 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,438 | 723 | 715 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,142 | 1,896 | 1,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,166 | 842 | 1,324 |
Nearby Villages of Deoit
Deoit 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balelpur | South | 1.42 km |
| Asrafpur | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Gaddipur | West | 1.49 km |
| Supnahar Rudrapur | North | 1.71 km |
| Mustafabad | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Naie | East | 2.09 km |
| Chak Firozpur | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Chak Najari | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Chak Murlidhar | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Hardaspur | South-West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deoit
Deoit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Rani, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Deoit is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deoit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deoit village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deoit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deoit village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deoit
Where is Deoit located?
Deoit village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deoit?
The Gram Panchayat of Deoit is Dewait.
What is the pincode of Deoit?
The pincode of Deoit is 276204.
What is the population of Deoit?
Deoit had a total population of 5,308, including 2,738 males and 2,570 females.
How many households are there in Deoit?
Deoit had 694 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deoit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deoit was 68.04%. Male literacy was 80.61% and female literacy was 54.99%.