Derala
Derala is a village located in Gadhada taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhada (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Derala village is also a gram panchayat.
Derala has its own place in the vibrant Bhavnagar 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 Derala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derala is 516117. The village spans a total geographical area of 915.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364750. Gadhada is nearest town to Derala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Derala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Derala
Population of Derala
Below is a concise population overview of Derala 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 | 1,111 | 572 | 539 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 504 | 318 | 186 |
Illiterate Population | 607 | 254 | 353 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Derala village:
- The total population of Derala village is around 1,111, including approximately 572 males and 539 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 204 children aged 0–6 years in Derala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Derala village has 84 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Derala village is about 45.36%, with male literacy at 55.59% and female literacy at 34.51%.
- There are around 204 households in Derala village.
Connectivity of Derala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derala. As per the 2011 stats, Derala 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Derala
Knowing the nearby villages of Derala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Derala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Derala
- Where is Derala located?
- Derala village is situated in Gadhada Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Derala?
- Derala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Derala?
- The pincode of Derala is 364750, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Derala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derala is 1,111, with 572 males and 539 females.
- How many households are there in Derala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Derala village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Derala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derala is 45.36%. The male literacy rate is 55.59%, while the female literacy rate is 34.51%.