Desasan - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Desasan is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Desasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desasan is 510570. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.3 hectares and falls under the 383002 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Desasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Desasan
As per Census 2011, Desasan village has a total population of 990 people, consisting of 513 males and 477 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 732 literate and 258 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 513 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 59 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 418 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 95 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Desasan
Desasan 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 Desasan
Desasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Desasan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Himatnagar to Desasan is about 12 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 Desasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desasan 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 Desasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desasan
Where is Desasan located?
Desasan village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desasan?
Desasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Desasan?
The pincode of Desasan is 383002.
What is the population of Desasan?
Desasan has a total population of 990, including 513 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Desasan?
There are 208 households in Desasan.
What is the literacy rate in Desasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desasan is 73.94%. Male literacy is 81.48% and female literacy is 65.83%.