Desna

Desna is a village located in Asthawan subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Asthawan (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Andi is the gram panchayat of Desna village.

Desna has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Desna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Desna is 244510. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Desna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Desna

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,176 1,651 1,525
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 699 362 337
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,386 742 644
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 1,572 906 666
Illiterate Population 1,604 745 859

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

  • The total population of Desna village is around 3,176, including approximately 1,651 males and 1,525 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 699 children aged 0–6 years in Desna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Desna village has 1,386 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Desna village is about 49.50%, with male literacy at 54.88% and female literacy at 43.67%.
  • There are around 517 households in Desna village.

Connectivity of Desna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Desna. As per the 2011 stats, Desna 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Desna

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

Pachetan Malti Nezampur Asthawan Bhikhani Bigha Andi Amanwan Manpur Amanwan Nerut Khaje Ahmadpur Gong Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Desna

Where is Desna located?
Desna village is situated in Asthawan Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desna?
The Gram Panchayat of Desna is Andi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Desna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Desna is 3,176, with 1,651 males and 1,525 females.
How many households are there in Desna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Desna village has a total of 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Desna is 49.50%. The male literacy rate is 54.88%, while the female literacy rate is 43.67%.