Deocharai
Deocharai is a village located in Tufanganj I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.1km away from sub-district headquarter Tufanganj (tehsildar office) and 21.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Deocharai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Deocharai unique in its vibrant Tufanganj I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Deocharai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Deocharai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Deocharai is 308385. The village spans a total geographical area of 844.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736156. Tufanganj is nearest town to Deocharai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Deocharai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Natabari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Deocharai
Population of Deocharai
According to the 2011 Census, Deocharai has a total population of about 7,849, with approximately 4,067 males and 3,782 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 921 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,260 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.87%, with male literacy at about 67.32% and female literacy near 56.00%. There are around 1,988 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Deocharai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,849 | 4,067 | 3,782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 921 | 463 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,260 | 1,170 | 1,090 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,856 | 2,738 | 2,118 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,993 | 1,329 | 1,664 |
Connectivity of Deocharai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Deocharai. As per the 2011 stats, Deocharai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Deocharai
Knowing the nearby villages of Deocharai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Deocharai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Deocharai
- Where is Deocharai located?
- Deocharai village is situated in Tufanganj I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Deocharai?
- Deocharai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Deocharai?
- The pincode of Deocharai is 736156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Deocharai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Deocharai is 7,849, with 4,067 males and 3,782 females.
- How many households are there in Deocharai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Deocharai village has a total of 1,988 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Deocharai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Deocharai is 61.87%. The male literacy rate is 67.32%, while the female literacy rate is 56.00%.