Derang

Derang is a village located in Torpa subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Torpa (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Fatka is the gram panchayat of Derang village.

Derang has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Derang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derang is 374942. The village spans a total geographical area of 815.79 hectares. Torpa is nearest town to Derang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Derang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 811 399 412
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 110 49 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 3 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 632 320 312
Literate Population 571 312 259
Illiterate Population 240 87 153

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

  • The total population of Derang village is around 811, including approximately 399 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Derang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derang village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 632 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Derang village is about 70.41%, with male literacy at 78.20% and female literacy at 62.86%.
  • There are around 129 households in Derang village.

Connectivity of Derang

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

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

Nearby Villages of Derang

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Derang

Where is Derang located?
Derang village is situated in Torpa Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derang?
The Gram Panchayat of Derang is Fatka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Derang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derang is 811, with 399 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Derang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derang village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derang is 70.41%. The male literacy rate is 78.20%, while the female literacy rate is 62.86%.