Desar - Halol, Panch Mahals
Desar is a village situated in the Halol taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halol and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Tadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desar is 518930. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.81 hectares and falls under the 389370 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Desar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Desar
According to the 2011 Census, Desar village had a total population of 685 people, including 357 males and 328 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.90%, with male literacy at 58.58% and female literacy at 38.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 685.
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 | 685 | 357 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 685 | 357 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 181 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 176 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Desar
Desar 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 Desar
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Desar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Desar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Desar is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Desar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desar 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 Desar
Where is Desar located?
Desar village is located in Halol Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Desar?
The Gram Panchayat of Desar is Tadia.
What is the pincode of Desar?
The pincode of Desar is 389370.
What is the population of Desar?
Desar had a total population of 685, including 357 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Desar?
Desar had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desar was 48.90%. Male literacy was 58.58% and female literacy was 38.30%.