Desrane - Kalwan, Nashik
Desrane is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Desarane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desrane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desrane is 549848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1047.18 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Desrane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Desrane
As per Census 2011, Desrane village has a total population of 1,977 people, consisting of 1,022 males and 955 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,092 literate and 885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,231 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desrane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 1,022 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 157 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,231 | 620 | 611 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 648 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 885 | 374 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Desrane
Desrane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nalid | West | 2.59 km |
| Mokbhanagi | East | 2.90 km |
| Ravalji | South | 3.13 km |
| Inshi | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Dhaner Digar | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Ganore | North | 3.81 km |
| Shivbhandane | West | 4.02 km |
| Khedgaon | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Dahyane Di. | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Hundyamokh | North | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Desrane
Desrane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.2 km.
| 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 Satana to Desrane is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Desrane is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desrane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desrane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Desrane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desrane 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Desrane
Where is Desrane located?
Desrane village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desrane?
The Gram Panchayat of Desrane is Desarane.
What is the pincode of Desrane?
The pincode of Desrane is 423501.
What is the population of Desrane?
Desrane has a total population of 1,977, including 1,022 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Desrane?
There are 389 households in Desrane.
What is the literacy rate in Desrane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desrane is 55.24%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 46.49%.