Dessa - Bhagwa, Doda
Dessa is a village situated in the Bhagwa tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Doda and around 40 km from Doda. Gai-dessa-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dessa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dessa is 004110. The village covers a total geographical area of 22093.7 hectares and falls under the 182202 pincode.
Dessa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dessa
According to the 2011 Census, Dessa village had a total population of 8,728 people, including 4,474 males and 4,254 females, living in 1,546 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.62%, with male literacy at 75.63% and female literacy at 40.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 488.
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 | 8,728 | 4,474 | 4,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,819 | 916 | 903 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 269 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 4,050 | 2,691 | 1,359 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,678 | 1,783 | 2,895 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dessa
Public transport in the Dessa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Doda to Dessa is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dessa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dessa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dessa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dessa 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 Dessa
Where is Dessa located?
Dessa village is located in Bhagwa Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dessa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dessa is Gai-dessa-b.
What is the pincode of Dessa?
The pincode of Dessa is 182202.
What is the population of Dessa?
Dessa had a total population of 8,728, including 4,474 males and 4,254 females.
How many households are there in Dessa?
Dessa had 1,546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dessa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dessa was 58.62%. Male literacy was 75.63% and female literacy was 40.56%.