Desam - Madhepur, Madhubani
Desam is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Tardiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desam is 220841. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Desam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Desam
As per Census 2011, Desam village has a total population of 1,473 people, consisting of 784 males and 689 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 885 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,473 | 784 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 127 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 519 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 265 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Desam
Desam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pauni | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Shankarpur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Semraha | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Bishunpur | East | 2.12 km |
| Tardiha | South | 2.17 km |
| Gopalpatti | South | 2.21 km |
| Bath | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Asam | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Sonbarsa | West | 2.92 km |
| Biraul | North | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Desam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Desam. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Desam is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Desam is about 58 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 Desam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Desam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desam
Where is Desam located?
Desam village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desam?
The Gram Panchayat of Desam is Tardiha.
What is the pincode of Desam?
The pincode of Desam is 847402.
What is the population of Desam?
Desam has a total population of 1,473, including 784 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Desam?
There are 353 households in Desam.
What is the literacy rate in Desam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desam is 60.08%. Male literacy is 66.20% and female literacy is 53.12%.