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
As per Census 2011, Dera village has a total population of 1,920 people, consisting of 1,014 males and 906 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dera are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,920, including 1,014 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Dera?
There are 332 households in Dera.
What is the literacy rate in Dera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera is 50.05%. Male literacy is 61.93% and female literacy is 36.75%.