Desam
Desam is a village located in Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Madhepur (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Tardiha is the gram panchayat of Desam village.
Here you can discover what makes Desam unique in its vibrant Madhepur-Madhubani region. You’ll see Desam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Desam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Desam is 220841. The village spans a total geographical area of 95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847408. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Desam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Desam
Population of Desam
According to the 2011 Census, Desam has a total population of about 1,473, with approximately 784 males and 689 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.08%, with male literacy at about 66.20% and female literacy near 53.12%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Desam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 784 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 127 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 885 | 519 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 265 | 323 |
Connectivity of Desam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Desam. As per the 2011 stats, Desam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Desam
Knowing the nearby villages of Desam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Desam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Desam
- Where is Desam located?
- Desam village is situated in Madhepur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Desam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Desam is Tardiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Desam?
- The pincode of Desam is 847408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Desam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Desam is 1,473, with 784 males and 689 females.
- How many households are there in Desam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Desam village has a total of 353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Desam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Desam is 60.08%. The male literacy rate is 66.20%, while the female literacy rate is 53.12%.