Deokher - Harraiya, Basti
Deokher is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Deokher village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deokher is 179944. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.94 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Deokher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deokher
According to the 2011 Census, Deokher village had a total population of 544 people, including 270 males and 274 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.48%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 64.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 544 | 270 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 201 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 69 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Deokher
Deokher 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 Deokher
Deokher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basti to Deokher is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Deokher is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deokher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deokher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deokher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deokher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deokher
Where is Deokher located?
Deokher village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deokher?
Deokher is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deokher?
The pincode of Deokher is 272128.
What is the population of Deokher?
Deokher had a total population of 544, including 270 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Deokher?
Deokher had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deokher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deokher was 75.48%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 64.73%.