Deokhanda - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Deokhanda is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 81.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deokhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deokhanda is 310349. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.56 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Deokhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deokhanda
As per Census 2011, Deokhanda village has a total population of 934 people, consisting of 461 males and 473 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deokhanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 934 | 461 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 282 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 303 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 158 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Deokhanda
Deokhanda 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 Deokhanda
Deokhanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliyaganj to Deokhanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Deokhanda is about 81.4 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 Deokhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deokhanda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deokhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deokhanda 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 Deokhanda
Where is Deokhanda located?
Deokhanda village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deokhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Deokhanda is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Deokhanda?
The pincode of Deokhanda is 733132.
What is the population of Deokhanda?
Deokhanda has a total population of 934, including 461 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Deokhanda?
There are 220 households in Deokhanda.
What is the literacy rate in Deokhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deokhanda is 57.28%. Male literacy is 65.73% and female literacy is 49.05%.