Deonapur - Farakka, Murshidabad
Deonapur is a village situated in the Farakka subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Arjunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deonapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deonapur is 313825. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.26 hectares and falls under the 742202 pincode. Dhulian is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Deonapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Deonapur village had a total population of 454 people, including 236 males and 218 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.25%, with male literacy at 11.90% and female literacy at 8.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 454 | 236 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 216 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Deonapur
Deonapur 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 Deonapur
Deonapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Deonapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhulian to Deonapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deonapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deonapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deonapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deonapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deonapur
Where is Deonapur located?
Deonapur village is located in Farakka Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deonapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Deonapur is Arjunpur.
What is the pincode of Deonapur?
The pincode of Deonapur is 742202.
What is the population of Deonapur?
Deonapur had a total population of 454, including 236 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Deonapur?
Deonapur had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deonapur was 10.25%. Male literacy was 11.90% and female literacy was 8.44%.