Derala - Gadhada, Botad
Derala is a village situated in the Gadhada taluka of Botad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Gadhada and around 88 km from Bhavnagar. Derala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derala is 516117. The village covers a total geographical area of 915.58 hectares and falls under the 364750 pincode. Gadhada is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Derala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Botad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derala
According to the 2011 Census, Derala village had a total population of 1,111 people, including 572 males and 539 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.57%, with male literacy at 67.95% and female literacy at 42.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,111 | 572 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 318 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 254 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Derala
Derala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Derala
Derala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhada to Derala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Derala is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Derala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Derala
Where is Derala located?
Derala village is located in Gadhada Taluka, Botad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Derala?
Derala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Derala?
The pincode of Derala is 364750.
What is the population of Derala?
Derala had a total population of 1,111, including 572 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Derala?
Derala had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derala was 55.57%. Male literacy was 67.95% and female literacy was 42.37%.