Desawar - Sultanganj, Bhagalpur
Desawar is a village situated in the Sultanganj subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Kheraihiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desawar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desawar is 239709. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 813213 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Desawar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Desawar
According to the 2011 Census, Desawar village had a total population of 1,533 people, including 752 males and 781 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.59%, with male literacy at 63.00% and female literacy at 48.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 1,533 | 752 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 701 | 390 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 362 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Desawar
Desawar 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 Desawar
Public transport in the Desawar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Desawar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Desawar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desawar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desawar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Desawar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desawar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desawar
Where is Desawar located?
Desawar village is located in Sultanganj Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desawar?
The Gram Panchayat of Desawar is Kheraihiya.
What is the pincode of Desawar?
The pincode of Desawar is 813213.
What is the population of Desawar?
Desawar had a total population of 1,533, including 752 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Desawar?
Desawar had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desawar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desawar was 55.59%. Male literacy was 63.00% and female literacy was 48.44%.