Derwa
Derwa is a village located in Padwa subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Padwa (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Majhigawan is the gram panchayat of Derwa village.
Derwa has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 Derwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derwa is 366010. The village spans a total geographical area of 441 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Padwa is nearest town to Derwa village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Derwa
Below is a concise population overview of Derwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 9 | 7 | 2 |
Illiterate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Derwa village:
- The total population of Derwa village is around 35, including approximately 20 males and 15 females, with a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 3 children aged 0–6 years in Derwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Derwa village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Derwa village is about 25.71%, with male literacy at 35.00% and female literacy at 13.33%.
- There are around 9 households in Derwa village.
Connectivity of Derwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derwa. As per the 2011 stats, Derwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Derwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Derwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Derwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Derwa
- Where is Derwa located?
- Derwa village is situated in Padwa Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Derwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Derwa is Majhigawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Derwa?
- The pincode of Derwa is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Derwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derwa is 35, with 20 males and 15 females.
- How many households are there in Derwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Derwa village has a total of 9 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Derwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derwa is 25.71%. The male literacy rate is 35.00%, while the female literacy rate is 13.33%.