Desenda - Keshiary, Paschim Medinipur
Desenda is a village situated in the Keshiary subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Lalua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Desenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desenda is 343686. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.81 hectares and falls under the 721424 pincode. Kharagpur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Desenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Desenda
As per Census 2011, Desenda village has a total population of 441 people, consisting of 232 males and 209 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desenda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 441 | 232 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 98 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 366 | 198 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 34 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Desenda
Desenda 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 Desenda
Desenda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Desenda.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharagpur to Desenda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Desenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desenda 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 Desenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Desenda
Where is Desenda located?
Desenda village is located in Keshiary Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Desenda is Lalua.
What is the pincode of Desenda?
The pincode of Desenda is 721424.
What is the population of Desenda?
Desenda has a total population of 441, including 232 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Desenda?
There are 96 households in Desenda.
What is the literacy rate in Desenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desenda is 82.99%. Male literacy is 85.34% and female literacy is 80.38%.