Deohana - Bisalpur, Pilibhit
Deohana is a village situated in the Bisalpur tehsil of Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisalpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Pilibhit. Deohana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deohana is 131698. The village covers a total geographical area of 5295.29 hectares and falls under the 262201 pincode. Pilibhit is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Deohana 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 Barkhera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deohana
According to the 2011 Census, Deohana village had a total population of 6,986 people, including 3,724 males and 3,262 females, living in 1,211 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.54%, with male literacy at 65.20% and female literacy at 40.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,449.
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 | 6,986 | 3,724 | 3,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,256 | 652 | 604 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,449 | 1,300 | 1,149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,068 | 2,003 | 1,065 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,918 | 1,721 | 2,197 |
Nearby Villages of Deohana
Deohana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahad Khas | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Mintarpur | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Lohanna | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Itauria J.biharipur | North | 4.67 km |
| Kishanpur | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Dandol | East | 4.93 km |
| Sohanna | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Matena T. Ghungchihai | East | 5.75 km |
| Allahabad Dewal | West | 5.80 km |
| Mohammadpur T. Kishanpur | South-West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deohana
Deohana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shahgarh, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 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 Pilibhit to Deohana is about 40 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 Deohana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deohana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deohana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deohana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deohana
Where is Deohana located?
Deohana village is located in Bisalpur Tehsil, Pilibhit district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deohana?
Deohana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deohana?
The pincode of Deohana is 262201.
What is the population of Deohana?
Deohana had a total population of 6,986, including 3,724 males and 3,262 females.
How many households are there in Deohana?
Deohana had 1,211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deohana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deohana was 53.54%. Male literacy was 65.20% and female literacy was 40.07%.