Desahi - Aali, Kendrapara
Desahi is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Desahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desahi is 396084. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 755061 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Desahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Desahi
As per Census 2011, Desahi village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 1,136 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,494 literate and 723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,081 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 123 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,239 | 611 | 628 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 802 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 279 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Desahi
Desahi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dadhibabanpur | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Hinjala | East | 1.42 km |
| Dihabarimula | West | 1.64 km |
| Natara | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Gunudia | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Sundar Pur | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Oleichandanapur | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Mohanpur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Palimi | South | 2.14 km |
| Ganeswarpur | South-West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Desahi
Desahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Haridaspur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Desahi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Desahi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Desahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Desahi
Where is Desahi located?
Desahi village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desahi?
Desahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Desahi?
The pincode of Desahi is 755061.
What is the population of Desahi?
Desahi has a total population of 2,217, including 1,081 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Desahi?
There are 567 households in Desahi.
What is the literacy rate in Desahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desahi is 67.39%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 60.92%.