Dera

Dera is a village located in Nokha subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nokha (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Sotwa is the gram panchayat of Dera village.

Dera has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Dera

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dera is 251595. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares. Nokha is nearest town to Dera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Dera

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 684 347 337
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 69 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 433 220 213
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 358 203 155
Illiterate Population 326 144 182

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

  • The total population of Dera village is around 684, including approximately 347 males and 337 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Dera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dera village has 433 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dera village is about 52.34%, with male literacy at 58.50% and female literacy at 45.99%.
  • There are around 135 households in Dera village.

Connectivity of Dera

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dera. As per the 2011 stats, Dera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dera

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

Baradih Hasnadih Sotawan Sitalpur Tendua Sariawan Kusaha Ram Nagar Akrahia Ghetarua Dumra

Frequently Asked Questions about Dera

Where is Dera located?
Dera village is situated in Nokha Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dera is Sotwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dera is 684, with 347 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dera village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dera is 52.34%. The male literacy rate is 58.50%, while the female literacy rate is 45.99%.