Derol (Va) - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Derol (Va) is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Derol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Derol (Va) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derol (Va) is 509852. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.71 hectares and falls under the 383275 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Derol (Va) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Derol (Va)
As per Census 2011, Derol (Va) village has a total population of 1,178 people, consisting of 602 males and 576 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 828 literate and 350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Derol (Va) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,178 | 602 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 165 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 828 | 462 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 140 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Derol (Va)
Derol (Va) 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 Derol (Va)
Derol (Va) 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Derol (Va) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Derol (Va) 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 Derol (Va)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derol (Va) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Derol (Va)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derol (Va) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Derol (Va)
Where is Derol (Va) located?
Derol (Va) village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derol (Va)?
The Gram Panchayat of Derol (Va) is Derol.
What is the pincode of Derol (Va)?
The pincode of Derol (Va) is 383275.
What is the population of Derol (Va)?
Derol (Va) has a total population of 1,178, including 602 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Derol (Va)?
There are 237 households in Derol (Va).
What is the literacy rate in Derol (Va)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derol (Va) is 70.29%. Male literacy is 76.74% and female literacy is 63.54%.