Dera - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Dera is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Deodar and around 70 km from Palanpur. Dera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dera is 508392. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.68 hectares and falls under the 385330 pincode. Deodar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dera
According to the 2011 Census, Dera village had a total population of 1,920 people, including 1,014 males and 906 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.36%, with male literacy at 75.57% and female literacy at 43.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 1,920 | 1,014 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 183 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 628 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 386 | 573 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dera
Dera 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deodar to Dera is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dera is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dera 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 Dera
Where is Dera located?
Dera village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dera?
Dera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dera?
The pincode of Dera is 385330.
What is the population of Dera?
Dera had a total population of 1,920, including 1,014 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Dera?
Dera had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera was 60.36%. Male literacy was 75.57% and female literacy was 43.76%.