Dervan
Dervan is a village located in Keshod taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Keshod (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Dervan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dervan unique in its vibrant Keshod-Junagadh region. You’ll see Dervan’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 Dervan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dervan is 514728. The village spans a total geographical area of 608.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362215. Keshod is nearest town to Dervan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dervan 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 Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dervan
Population of Dervan
According to the 2011 Census, Dervan has a total population of about 1,132, with approximately 579 males and 553 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 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 72.88%, with male literacy at about 80.48% and female literacy near 64.92%. There are around 229 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dervan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,132 | 579 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 825 | 466 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 113 | 194 |
Connectivity of Dervan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dervan. As per the 2011 stats, Dervan 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 Dervan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dervan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dervan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dervan
- Where is Dervan located?
- Dervan village is situated in Keshod Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dervan?
- Dervan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dervan?
- The pincode of Dervan is 362215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dervan is 1,132, with 579 males and 553 females.
- How many households are there in Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dervan village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dervan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dervan is 72.88%. The male literacy rate is 80.48%, while the female literacy rate is 64.92%.