Derka

Derka is a village located in Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Baderwah (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Derka village is also a gram panchayat.

Derka has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Derka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derka is 004434. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182221. Doda is nearest town to Derka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Derka

Below is a concise population overview of Derka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 297 141 156
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 47 27 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 7 12
Literate Population 186 107 79
Illiterate Population 111 34 77

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Derka village:

  • The total population of Derka village is around 297, including approximately 141 males and 156 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Derka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derka village has 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Derka village is about 62.63%, with male literacy at 75.89% and female literacy at 50.64%.
  • There are around 58 households in Derka village.

Connectivity of Derka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derka. As per the 2011 stats, Derka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Derka

Knowing the nearby villages of Derka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Derka.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Derka

Where is Derka located?
Derka village is situated in Bhaderwah Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derka?
Derka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Derka?
The pincode of Derka is 182221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Derka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derka is 297, with 141 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Derka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derka village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derka is 62.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 50.64%.