Deorai - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Deorai is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Varanasi and around 27 km from Varanasi. Bantari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deorai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deorai is 208866. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.62 hectares and falls under the 221206 pincode. Varanasi 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 Ajagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deorai
According to the 2011 Census, Deorai village had a total population of 701 people, including 344 males and 357 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.26%, with male literacy at 83.68% and female literacy at 54.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 701 | 344 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 241 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 103 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Deorai
Deorai 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 Deorai
Deorai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Deorai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Varanasi to Deorai is about 27 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 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deorai
Where is Deorai located?
Deorai village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deorai?
The Gram Panchayat of Deorai is Bantari.
What is the pincode of Deorai?
The pincode of Deorai is 221206.
What is the population of Deorai?
Deorai had a total population of 701, including 344 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Deorai?
Deorai had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deorai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deorai was 68.26%. Male literacy was 83.68% and female literacy was 54.26%.