Deshma - Malpura, Tonk
Deshma is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Desma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deshma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deshma is 092535. The village covers a total geographical area of 1231 hectares and falls under the 304504 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Deshma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deshma
As per Census 2011, Deshma village has a total population of 1,948 people, consisting of 1,018 males and 930 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 808 literate and 1,140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deshma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,948 | 1,018 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 808 | 577 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,140 | 441 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Deshma
Deshma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deshmi | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Govindpura @ Keriya | West | 3.05 km |
| Kurthal | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Balapura Gujran | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Bachhera | North | 3.97 km |
| Shyopur | South | 4.23 km |
| Barh Govindpura @ Keriya | West | 4.69 km |
| Sawai Ramsingh @ Bibli Kheri | West | 4.85 km |
| Ganwar | South-West | 5.37 km |
| Malikpur | North-West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deshma
Deshma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sakhun, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Deshma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Deshma is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deshma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deshma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deshma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deshma 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deshma
Where is Deshma located?
Deshma village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deshma?
The Gram Panchayat of Deshma is Desma.
What is the pincode of Deshma?
The pincode of Deshma is 304504.
What is the population of Deshma?
Deshma has a total population of 1,948, including 1,018 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Deshma?
There are 346 households in Deshma.
What is the literacy rate in Deshma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deshma is 41.48%. Male literacy is 56.68% and female literacy is 24.84%.