Derkhi

Derkhi is a village located in Basoda tehsil of Vidisha district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Basoda (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Vidisha. As per 2009 stats, Derkhi village is also a gram panchayat.

Derkhi has its own place in the vibrant Vidisha 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 Derkhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derkhi is 481275. The village spans a total geographical area of 560 hectares. Basoda is nearest town to Derkhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Derkhi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 928 483 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 83 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 245 131 114
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 39 22 17
Literate Population 540 310 230
Illiterate Population 388 173 215

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

  • The total population of Derkhi village is around 928, including approximately 483 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Derkhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derkhi village has 245 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 39 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Derkhi village is about 58.19%, with male literacy at 64.18% and female literacy at 51.69%.
  • There are around 189 households in Derkhi village.

Connectivity of Derkhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derkhi. As per the 2011 stats, Derkhi 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Derkhi

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

Madhiya Semara Madhiya Khurd Kani Khedi Bhasuda Kamalpur Madhiya Dakhli Faridpur Chak Madhopur Kalan Semra Basoda Mahagaur Mehra Basoda

Frequently Asked Questions about Derkhi

Where is Derkhi located?
Derkhi village is situated in Basoda Tehsil, within the Vidisha district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derkhi?
Derkhi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Derkhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derkhi is 928, with 483 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Derkhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derkhi village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derkhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derkhi is 58.19%. The male literacy rate is 64.18%, while the female literacy rate is 51.69%.