Dera
Dera is a village located in Tira Sujanpur tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from district headquarter Tira Sujanpur. Tira Sujanpur is the sub-district headquarter of Dera village. As per 2009 stats, Dera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dera unique in its vibrant Tira Sujanpur-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Dera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dera is 016349. The village spans a total geographical area of 38.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176110. Tira Sujanpur is nearest town to Dera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Dera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dera
Population of Dera
According to the 2011 Census, Dera has a total population of about 36, with approximately 12 males and 24 females. The sex ratio is around 2000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 88.89%, with male literacy at about 91.67% and female literacy near 87.50%. There are around 12 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Connectivity of Dera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dera. As per the 2011 stats, Dera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dera
Knowing the nearby villages of Dera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dera
- Where is Dera located?
- Dera village is situated in Tira Sujanpur Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dera?
- Dera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dera?
- The pincode of Dera is 176110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dera is 36, with 12 males and 24 females.
- How many households are there in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dera village has a total of 12 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dera is 88.89%. The male literacy rate is 91.67%, while the female literacy rate is 87.50%.