Dera Arlok - Donka, West Karbi Anglong
Dera Arlok is a village situated in the Donka subdivision of West Karbi Anglong district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from Donka and around 104 km from Diphu.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dera Arlok is 295485. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 782485 pincode. Donkamokam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dera Arlok village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Dera Arlok
As per Census 2011, Dera Arlok village has a total population of 782 people, consisting of 385 males and 397 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 769 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dera Arlok are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 782 | 385 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 769 | 378 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 144 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 241 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Dera Arlok
Dera Arlok 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 Dera Arlok
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dera Arlok.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Donkamokam to Dera Arlok is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Diphu to Dera Arlok is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dera Arlok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dera Arlok village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dera Arlok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dera Arlok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dera Arlok
Where is Dera Arlok located?
Dera Arlok village is located in Donka Subdivision, West Karbi Anglong district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Dera Arlok?
The pincode of Dera Arlok is 782485.
What is the population of Dera Arlok?
Dera Arlok has a total population of 782, including 385 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Dera Arlok?
There are 138 households in Dera Arlok.
What is the literacy rate in Dera Arlok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera Arlok is 33.25%. Male literacy is 37.40% and female literacy is 29.22%.