Derdi - Gondal, Rajkot
Derdi is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Derdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derdi is 513270. The village covers a total geographical area of 3169.64 hectares and falls under the 360465 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Derdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derdi
As per Census 2011, Derdi village has a total population of 8,450 people, consisting of 4,335 males and 4,115 females. The village has 1,770 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 791 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,361 literate and 2,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 799 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Derdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,450 | 4,335 | 4,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 791 | 435 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 384 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 6,361 | 3,503 | 2,858 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,089 | 832 | 1,257 |
Nearby Villages of Derdi
Derdi 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 Derdi
Derdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondal to Derdi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Derdi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Derdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Derdi
Where is Derdi located?
Derdi village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derdi?
Derdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Derdi?
The pincode of Derdi is 360465.
What is the population of Derdi?
Derdi has a total population of 8,450, including 4,335 males and 4,115 females.
How many households are there in Derdi?
There are 1,770 households in Derdi.
What is the literacy rate in Derdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derdi is 75.28%. Male literacy is 80.81% and female literacy is 69.45%.