Dera - Kandaghat, Solan
Dera is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chhausha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dera is 022363. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.25 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Dera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dera
According to the 2011 Census, Dera village had a total population of 32 people, including 15 males and 17 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dera
Dera 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 Dera
Dera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Solan to Dera is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dera is Chhausha.
What is the pincode of Dera?
The pincode of Dera is 173235.
What is the population of Dera?
Dera had a total population of 32, including 15 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Dera?
Dera had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera was 92.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.