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-a serves as the Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Dessa village has a total population of 8,728 people, consisting of 4,474 males and 4,254 females. The village has 1,546 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,819 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,050 literate and 4,678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dessa are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Dessa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dessa is Gai Dessa-a.
What is the pincode of Dessa?
The pincode of Dessa is 182202.
What is the population of Dessa?
Dessa has a total population of 8,728, including 4,474 males and 4,254 females.
How many households are there in Dessa?
There are 1,546 households in Dessa.
What is the literacy rate in Dessa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dessa is 46.40%. Male literacy is 60.15% and female literacy is 31.95%.