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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Deorai village has a total population of 1,763 people, consisting of 890 males and 873 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,118 literate and 645 illiterate residents. Additionally, 811 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deorai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,763 | 890 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 133 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 414 | 397 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,763, including 890 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Deorai?
There are 277 households in Deorai.
What is the literacy rate in Deorai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deorai is 63.41%. Male literacy is 70.90% and female literacy is 55.78%.