Deorai - Kerakat, Jaunpur
Deorai is a village situated in the Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Deorai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deorai is 203302. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.35 hectares and falls under the 222142 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town.
Deorai 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 Kerakat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deorai
According to the 2011 Census, Deorai village had a total population of 1,763 people, including 890 males and 873 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.70%, with male literacy at 83.36% and female literacy at 64.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 811.
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 | 1,763 | 890 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 133 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 414 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 631 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 259 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Deorai
Deorai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagi | East | 1.06 km |
| Barahimpur | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Mohanidih | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Jamua | West | 1.72 km |
| Parapati | South | 1.82 km |
| Gulara | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Jariyari | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Brahamanpur | North | 2.25 km |
| Bishunpur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Ghordaur | North-East | 2.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deorai
Deorai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dodhi, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Deorai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deorai 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 Deorai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deorai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deorai
Where is Deorai located?
Deorai village is located in Kerakat Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deorai?
Deorai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deorai?
The pincode of Deorai is 222142.
What is the population of Deorai?
Deorai had a total population of 1,763, including 890 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Deorai?
Deorai had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deorai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deorai was 73.70%. Male literacy was 83.36% and female literacy was 64.08%.