Derawan
Derawan is a village located in Akbarpur subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Akbarpur (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Barail is the gram panchayat of Derawan village.
Derawan has its own place in the vibrant Nawada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Derawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derawan is 257949. The village spans a total geographical area of 350 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 805110. Nawada is nearest town to Derawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Derawan
Below is a concise population overview of Derawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,127 | 1,097 | 1,030 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 205 | 183 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,074 | 561 | 513 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 977 | 565 | 412 |
Illiterate Population | 1,150 | 532 | 618 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Derawan village:
- The total population of Derawan village is around 2,127, including approximately 1,097 males and 1,030 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 388 children aged 0–6 years in Derawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Derawan village has 1,074 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Derawan village is about 45.93%, with male literacy at 51.50% and female literacy at 40.00%.
- There are around 345 households in Derawan village.
Connectivity of Derawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derawan. As per the 2011 stats, Derawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Derawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Derawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Derawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Derawan
- Where is Derawan located?
- Derawan village is situated in Akbarpur Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Derawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Derawan is Barail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Derawan?
- The pincode of Derawan is 805110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Derawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derawan is 2,127, with 1,097 males and 1,030 females.
- How many households are there in Derawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Derawan village has a total of 345 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Derawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derawan is 45.93%. The male literacy rate is 51.50%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.