Deshinga - Manavadar, Junagadh
Deshinga is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Deshinga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deshinga is 514359. The village covers a total geographical area of 937.99 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Kutiyana is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Deshinga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deshinga
According to the 2011 Census, Deshinga village had a total population of 1,656 people, including 834 males and 822 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.95%, with male literacy at 82.59% and female literacy at 65.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,656 | 834 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 185 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,124 | 631 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 203 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Deshinga
Deshinga 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 Deshinga
Public transport in the Deshinga is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kutiyana to Deshinga is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Deshinga 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 Deshinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deshinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deshinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deshinga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deshinga
Where is Deshinga located?
Deshinga village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deshinga?
Deshinga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deshinga?
The pincode of Deshinga is 362620.
What is the population of Deshinga?
Deshinga had a total population of 1,656, including 834 males and 822 females.
How many households are there in Deshinga?
Deshinga had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deshinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deshinga was 73.95%. Male literacy was 82.59% and female literacy was 65.21%.