Paschim Deogaon - Falakata, Alipurduar
Paschim Deogaon is a village situated in the Falakata subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Falakata and around 59 km from Jalpaiguri . Deogaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Deogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Deogaon is 307375. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.06 hectares and falls under the 735211 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Paschim Deogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschim Deogaon
As per Census 2011, Paschim Deogaon village has a total population of 1,921 people, consisting of 983 males and 938 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Deogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 983 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 118 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 651 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 332 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Deogaon
Paschim Deogaon 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 Paschim Deogaon
Paschim Deogaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Falakata to Paschim Deogaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Paschim Deogaon is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Deogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Deogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paschim Deogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Deogaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Deogaon
Where is Paschim Deogaon located?
Paschim Deogaon village is located in Falakata Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Deogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Deogaon is Deogaon.
What is the pincode of Paschim Deogaon?
The pincode of Paschim Deogaon is 735211.
What is the population of Paschim Deogaon?
Paschim Deogaon has a total population of 1,921, including 983 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Deogaon?
There are 411 households in Paschim Deogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Deogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Deogaon is 61.69%. Male literacy is 66.23% and female literacy is 56.93%.