Desra

Desra is a village located in Banka subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from Banka, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Desra village. As per 2009 stats, Kajhiya is the gram panchayat of Desra village.

Desra has its own place in the vibrant Banka region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Desra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Desra is 241279. The village spans a total geographical area of 131 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Desra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Desra

Below is a concise population overview of Desra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,749 1,477 1,272
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 541 278 263
Scheduled Castes (SC) 15 6 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,196 734 462
Illiterate Population 1,553 743 810

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Desra village:

  • The total population of Desra village is around 2,749, including approximately 1,477 males and 1,272 females, with a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 541 children aged 0–6 years in Desra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Desra village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Desra village is about 43.51%, with male literacy at 49.70% and female literacy at 36.32%.
  • There are around 509 households in Desra village.

Connectivity of Desra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Desra. As per the 2011 stats, Desra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Desra

Knowing the nearby villages of Desra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Desra.

Telia Bardiha Kajhia Singarpur Majdiha Dalawar Laskari Chamraili Majlispur Baida Chak Bhagwanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Desra

Where is Desra located?
Desra village is situated in Banka Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desra?
The Gram Panchayat of Desra is Kajhiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Desra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Desra is 2,749, with 1,477 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Desra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Desra village has a total of 509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Desra is 43.51%. The male literacy rate is 49.70%, while the female literacy rate is 36.32%.