Deokalan - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Deokalan is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Vigra Bag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deokalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deokalan is 056231. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.98 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Deokalan 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deokalan
According to the 2011 Census, Deokalan village had a total population of 641 people, including 311 males and 330 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.67%, with male literacy at 92.05% and female literacy at 75.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 267.
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 | 641 | 311 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 134 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 243 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 68 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Deokalan
Deokalan 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 Deokalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Deokalan. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Deokalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khatima to Deokalan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Deokalan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deokalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deokalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deokalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deokalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deokalan
Where is Deokalan located?
Deokalan village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deokalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Deokalan is Vigra Bag.
What is the pincode of Deokalan?
The pincode of Deokalan is 262308.
What is the population of Deokalan?
Deokalan had a total population of 641, including 311 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Deokalan?
Deokalan had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deokalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deokalan was 83.67%. Male literacy was 92.05% and female literacy was 75.96%.