Desil - Titlagarh, Balangir
Desil is a village situated in the Titlagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Titlagarh and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bandupala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desil is 421524. The village covers a total geographical area of 474 hectares and falls under the 767033 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Desil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Desil
According to the 2011 Census, Desil village had a total population of 1,685 people, including 899 males and 786 females, living in 442 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.25%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 55.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 473, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 1,685 | 899 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 91 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 243 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 163 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 684 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 215 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Desil
Desil 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 Desil
Desil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Desil.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Desil is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Desil is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Desil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desil
Where is Desil located?
Desil village is located in Titlagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desil?
The Gram Panchayat of Desil is Bandupala.
What is the pincode of Desil?
The pincode of Desil is 767033.
What is the population of Desil?
Desil had a total population of 1,685, including 899 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Desil?
Desil had 442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Desil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desil was 71.25%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 55.24%.