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Deo
Town
Deo Sun Temple
Deo is located in Bihar
Deo
Deo
Location in Bihar
Country India
State Bihar
District Aurangabad 1973 - Now
Block Deo (community development block)
Subdistrict Aurangabad
Division Magadh
Founded by King of Deo Town
Named for DEO
Government
 • Body MLA
Area rank 2
Elevation
89 m (292 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 17,162
Time zone UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
824202

Deo, also known as Dev, is a town located in the Aurangabad district of Bihar, India. It is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) southeast of the main Aurangabad city. Deo is an important place with its own town council.

About Deo's Location

Deo is found at specific geographical coordinates: 24°23′N 84°16′E / 24.39°N 84.26°E / 24.39; 84.26. The town sits about 89 meters (291 feet) above sea level. This elevation helps describe its position on the land.

People and Population

According to the 2001 census in India, Deo had a population of 173,216 people. Out of these, 89,280 were males and 83,936 were females.

Deo has a high literacy rate of 89%. This is much higher than the national average of 59.5% at that time. About 75% of males could read and write, while 61% of females could. Also, 29% of the population in Deo was under 6 years old. There were 27,596 households in total.

Getting Around Deo

Deo has a good network of roads. These roads connect the town to other parts of Bihar and the rest of India. The famous Grand Trunk Road, which goes from Kolkata to Delhi, passes about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) from Deo. This road is now known as National Highway 19.

Places to Visit in Deo

Deo is home to several interesting places that you might enjoy visiting.

Deo Sun Temple

The Deo Sun Temple is a famous Hindu temple in Deo. It is dedicated to the sun god, Surya. This temple is a significant religious site in the region.

Deo Fort

The Deo Fort is another historical landmark located in Deo. It stands as a reminder of the town's past.

Biodiversity Park, Deo

Deo is also home to the first biodiversity park in Aurangabad. This park is located in Bharkur village and covers about 15 acres of land. It is a great place to see different types of plants and animals.

Schools and Colleges in Deo

Deo has several educational institutions that help students learn and grow.

  • Raja Jagannath High School, Deo
  • Rani Brajraj Kumari Project High School, Deo
  • Maharana Pratap College, Deo

Notable People from Deo

  • Rajan Singh was a former member of the Bihar Legislative Council. This council is part of the government in Bihar.
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