Derakana
About Derakana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Derakana village is 397502. Derakana village is located in Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Tirtol (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur S is the gram panchayat of Derakana village.
The total geographical area of village is 58 hectares. Derakana has a total population of 389 peoples, out of which male population is 200 while female population is 189. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 945 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of derakana village is 80.21% out of which 83.00% males and 77.25% females are literate. There are about 88 houses in derakana village. Pincode of derakana village locality is 754137.
When it comes to administration, Derakana 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, Derakana village comes under Tirtol Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to derakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Derakana
The population details of Derakana 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 | 389 | 200 | 189 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 312 | 166 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 34 | 43 |
Connectivity of Derakana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Derakana
Where is Derakana located?
Derakana village is situated in Tirtol Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Derakana is Gopalpur S (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Derakana?
The pincode of Derakana is 754137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Derakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derakana is 389, with 200 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Derakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derakana village has a total of 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derakana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derakana is 80.21%. The male literacy rate is 83.00%, while the female literacy rate is 77.25%.