Deshing - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Deshing is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Deshing village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deshing is 568813. The village covers a total geographical area of 6581 hectares and falls under the 416414 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Deshing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deshing
According to the 2011 Census, Deshing village had a total population of 5,141 people, including 2,652 males and 2,489 females, living in 1,173 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 85.82% and female literacy at 71.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 835, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 5,141 | 2,652 | 2,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 289 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 835 | 416 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,631 | 2,028 | 1,603 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,510 | 624 | 886 |
Nearby Villages of Deshing
Deshing 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 Deshing
Deshing 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 Deshing.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Deshing is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Deshing is about 26 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 Deshing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deshing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Deshing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deshing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deshing
Where is Deshing located?
Deshing village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deshing?
Deshing is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Deshing?
The pincode of Deshing is 416414.
What is the population of Deshing?
Deshing had a total population of 5,141, including 2,652 males and 2,489 females.
How many households are there in Deshing?
Deshing had 1,173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deshing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deshing was 78.87%. Male literacy was 85.82% and female literacy was 71.53%.