Derkha
About Derkha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Derkha village is 500121. Derkha village is located in Isagarh tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Isagarh (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Derkha village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 892 hectares. Derkha has a total population of 1,383 peoples, out of which male population is 733 while female population is 650. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 886 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of derkha village is 66.81% out of which 72.71% males and 60.15% females are literate. There are about 342 houses in derkha village.
When it comes to administration, Derkha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Derkha village comes under Chanderi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Guna Lok Sabha constituency. Ashoknagar is nearest town to derkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Derkha
The population details of Derkha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,383 | 733 | 650 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 154 | 94 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 389 | 209 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 533 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 200 | 259 |
Connectivity of Derkha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Derkha
Where is Derkha located?
Derkha village is situated in Isagarh Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derkha?
Derkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Derkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derkha is 1,383, with 733 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Derkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derkha village has a total of 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derkha is 66.81%. The male literacy rate is 72.71%, while the female literacy rate is 60.15%.