Desti - Bathnaha, Sitamarhi
Desti is a village situated in the Bathnaha subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bathnaha and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Shahpur Shitalpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desti is 219334. The village covers a total geographical area of 360 hectares and falls under the 843332 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Desti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Desti
According to the 2011 Census, Desti village had a total population of 4,192 people, including 2,164 males and 2,028 females, living in 973 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.91%, with male literacy at 34.21% and female literacy at 23.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 917, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 4,192 | 2,164 | 2,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 961 | 483 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 917 | 474 | 443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 575 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,258 | 1,589 | 1,669 |
Nearby Villages of Desti
Desti 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 Desti
Desti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Desti is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Desti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desti
Where is Desti located?
Desti village is located in Bathnaha Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desti?
The Gram Panchayat of Desti is Shahpur Shitalpatti.
What is the pincode of Desti?
The pincode of Desti is 843332.
What is the population of Desti?
Desti had a total population of 4,192, including 2,164 males and 2,028 females.
How many households are there in Desti?
Desti had 973 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desti was 28.91%. Male literacy was 34.21% and female literacy was 23.16%.