Deriya - Vijapur, Mahesana
Deriya is a village situated in the Vijapur taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Deriya-techava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deriya is 509381. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.08 hectares and falls under the 384570 pincode. Vadnagar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Deriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deriya
According to the 2011 Census, Deriya village had a total population of 713 people, including 365 males and 348 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 87.46% and female literacy at 73.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 713 | 365 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 279 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 86 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Deriya
Deriya 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 Deriya
Public transport in the Deriya is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Vadnagar to Deriya is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Deriya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deriya 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 Deriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deriya 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deriya
Where is Deriya located?
Deriya village is located in Vijapur Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Deriya is Deriya-techava.
What is the pincode of Deriya?
The pincode of Deriya is 384570.
What is the population of Deriya?
Deriya had a total population of 713, including 365 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Deriya?
Deriya had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deriya was 80.52%. Male literacy was 87.46% and female literacy was 73.18%.