Dera
Dera is a village located in Deodar taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Deodar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Jalodha is the gram panchayat of Dera village.
Here you can discover what makes Dera unique in its vibrant Deodar-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Dera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dera is 508392. The village spans a total geographical area of 712.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385330. Deodar is nearest town to Dera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Dera
Population of Dera
According to the 2011 Census, Dera has a total population of about 1,920, with approximately 1,014 males and 906 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.05%, with male literacy at about 61.93% and female literacy near 36.75%. There are around 332 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,920 | 1,014 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 183 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 961 | 628 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 386 | 573 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dera
- Where is Dera located?
- Dera village is situated in Deodar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dera is Jalodha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dera?
- The pincode of Dera is 385330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dera is 1,920, with 1,014 males and 906 females.
- How many households are there in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dera village has a total of 332 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dera is 50.05%. The male literacy rate is 61.93%, while the female literacy rate is 36.75%.