Desharatpur (Rv) - Rangat, North And Middle Andaman
Desharatpur (Rv) is a village situated in the Rangat taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 2 km from Rangat and around 10 km from Mayabunder. Dashratpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desharatpur (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desharatpur (Rv) is 645352. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.97 hectares and falls under the 744205 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 181 km away.
Desharatpur (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Desharatpur (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Desharatpur (Rv) village had a total population of 766 people, including 393 males and 373 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.21%, with male literacy at 96.01% and female literacy at 88.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 766 | 393 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 337 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 56 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Desharatpur (Rv)
Desharatpur (Rv) 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 Desharatpur (Rv)
Desharatpur (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Desharatpur (Rv) is about 181 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Desharatpur (Rv) is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desharatpur (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desharatpur (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Desharatpur (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desharatpur (Rv) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Desharatpur (Rv)
Where is Desharatpur (Rv) located?
Desharatpur (Rv) village is located in Rangat Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desharatpur (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Desharatpur (Rv) is Dashratpur.
What is the pincode of Desharatpur (Rv)?
The pincode of Desharatpur (Rv) is 744205.
What is the population of Desharatpur (Rv)?
Desharatpur (Rv) had a total population of 766, including 393 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Desharatpur (Rv)?
Desharatpur (Rv) had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desharatpur (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desharatpur (Rv) was 92.21%. Male literacy was 96.01% and female literacy was 88.15%.