Derma

Derma is a village located in Bashant Rai subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from district headquarter Bashant Rai. Bashant Rai is the sub-district headquarter of Derma village. As per 2009 stats, Derma village is also a gram panchayat.

Derma has its own place in the vibrant Godda 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 Derma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derma is 357111. The village spans a total geographical area of 169 hectares. Bashant Rai is nearest town to Derma village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Derma

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,367 697 670
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 144 119
Scheduled Castes (SC) 371 192 179
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 694 408 286
Illiterate Population 673 289 384

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

  • The total population of Derma village is around 1,367, including approximately 697 males and 670 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 263 children aged 0–6 years in Derma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derma village has 371 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Derma village is about 50.77%, with male literacy at 58.54% and female literacy at 42.69%.
  • There are around 254 households in Derma village.

Connectivity of Derma

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

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

Nearby Villages of Derma

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

Kaithpura Lochni Pachua Kita Sanaur Gathaur Deshbarag Chutiyan Rampur Rampur Mokarri Rampur Arazi Gobindpur Kita

Frequently Asked Questions about Derma

Where is Derma located?
Derma village is situated in Bashant Rai Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derma?
Derma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Derma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derma is 1,367, with 697 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Derma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derma village has a total of 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derma is 50.77%. The male literacy rate is 58.54%, while the female literacy rate is 42.69%.