Desur - Ashti, Beed
Desur is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Ashti and around 93 km from Bid. Desur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desur is 558858. The village covers a total geographical area of 831 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Pathardi is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Desur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Desur
According to the 2011 Census, Desur village had a total population of 1,339 people, including 698 males and 641 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.52%, with male literacy at 82.63% and female literacy at 65.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 352.
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 | 1,339 | 698 | 641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 177 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 851 | 490 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 208 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Desur
Desur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shekapur | South | 1.66 km |
| Chinchala | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Beed Sangvi | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Belgaon | West | 3.69 km |
| Pandegavhan | South | 4.24 km |
| Kinhi | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Raghapur | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Hajipur | South | 5.40 km |
| Wetalwadi | North | 5.75 km |
| Shindewadi | South-West | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Desur
Desur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahmadnagar, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathardi to Desur is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Desur is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desur 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 Desur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Desur
Where is Desur located?
Desur village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Desur?
Desur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Desur?
The pincode of Desur is 414203.
What is the population of Desur?
Desur had a total population of 1,339, including 698 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Desur?
Desur had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desur was 74.52%. Male literacy was 82.63% and female literacy was 65.76%.