Derasa
Derasa is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Aket is the gram panchayat of Derasa village.
Derasa has its own place in the vibrant Ashoknagar 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 Derasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derasa is 500314. The village spans a total geographical area of 491.65 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Derasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Derasa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Derasa
Population of Derasa
Below is a concise population overview of Derasa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,186 | 607 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 125 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 171 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 313 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 294 | 376 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Derasa village:
- The total population of Derasa village is around 1,186, including approximately 607 males and 579 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 223 children aged 0–6 years in Derasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Derasa village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 56 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Derasa village is about 43.51%, with male literacy at 51.57% and female literacy at 35.06%.
- There are around 298 households in Derasa village.
Connectivity of Derasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derasa. As per the 2011 stats, Derasa 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 |
Nearby Villages of Derasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Derasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Derasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Derasa
- Where is Derasa located?
- Derasa village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Derasa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Derasa is Aket (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Derasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derasa is 1,186, with 607 males and 579 females.
- How many households are there in Derasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Derasa village has a total of 298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Derasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derasa is 43.51%. The male literacy rate is 51.57%, while the female literacy rate is 35.06%.