Desau
Desau is a village located in Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Kalsi (tehsildar office) and 101km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Desau village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Desau unique in its vibrant Kalsi-Dehradun region. You’ll see Desau’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Desau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Desau is 044895. The village spans a total geographical area of 208.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248165. Vikasnagar is nearest town to Desau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.
Google Map of Desau
Population of Desau
According to the 2011 Census, Desau has a total population of about 211, with approximately 108 males and 103 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 152. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.29%, with male literacy at about 65.74% and female literacy near 50.49%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Desau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 37 | 51 |
Connectivity of Desau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Desau. As per the 2011 stats, Desau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Desau
Knowing the nearby villages of Desau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Desau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Desau
- Where is Desau located?
- Desau village is situated in Kalsi Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Desau?
- Desau serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Desau?
- The pincode of Desau is 248165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Desau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Desau is 211, with 108 males and 103 females.
- How many households are there in Desau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Desau village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Desau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Desau is 58.29%. The male literacy rate is 65.74%, while the female literacy rate is 50.49%.