Dera - Naraingarh, Ambala
Dera is a village situated in the Naraingarh tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraingarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Dera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dera is 057259. The village covers a total geographical area of 1167 hectares and falls under the 134203 pincode. Naraingarh is the nearest town.
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 Naraingarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dera
According to the 2011 Census, Dera village had a total population of 7,872 people, including 4,247 males and 3,625 females, living in 1,570 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.50%, with male literacy at 77.91% and female literacy at 64.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,121.
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 | 7,872 | 4,247 | 3,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,205 | 666 | 539 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,121 | 607 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,767 | 2,790 | 1,977 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,105 | 1,457 | 1,648 |
Nearby Villages of Dera
Dera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chechi Majra | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Hamid Pur | South | 2.36 km |
| Mian Pur | West | 2.61 km |
| Sangrani | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Mugal Majra | West | 3.22 km |
| Jagatpur | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Kular Pur | West | 3.96 km |
| Kathe Majra | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Rao Majra | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Jangu Majra | West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dera
Dera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghagghar, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| 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 Ambala to Dera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dera
Where is Dera located?
Dera village is located in Naraingarh Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, 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 134203.
What is the population of Dera?
Dera had a total population of 7,872, including 4,247 males and 3,625 females.
How many households are there in Dera?
Dera had 1,570 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera was 71.50%. Male literacy was 77.91% and female literacy was 64.06%.