Derwa

Derwa is a village located in Kesaria subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kesaria (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Dhekahan is the gram panchayat of Derwa village.

Derwa has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran 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 Derwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derwa is 218214. The village spans a total geographical area of 143.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845424. Kesaria is nearest town to Derwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Derwa

Below is a concise population overview of Derwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,728 870 858
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 335 170 165
Scheduled Castes (SC) 504 270 234
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 868 517 351
Illiterate Population 860 353 507

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Derwa village:

  • The total population of Derwa village is around 1,728, including approximately 870 males and 858 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 335 children aged 0–6 years in Derwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derwa village has 504 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Derwa village is about 50.23%, with male literacy at 59.43% and female literacy at 40.91%.
  • There are around 372 households in Derwa village.

Connectivity of Derwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derwa. As per the 2011 stats, Derwa 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Derwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Derwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Derwa.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Derwa

Where is Derwa located?
Derwa village is situated in Kesaria Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Derwa is Dhekahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Derwa?
The pincode of Derwa is 845424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Derwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derwa is 1,728, with 870 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in Derwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derwa village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derwa is 50.23%. The male literacy rate is 59.43%, while the female literacy rate is 40.91%.