Derguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Derguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Th.rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Derguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derguda is 424402. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Derguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derguda
As per Census 2011, Derguda village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 71 males and 63 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Derguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 30 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 41 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Derguda
Derguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Derguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Derguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Derguda is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Derguda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Derguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Derguda
Where is Derguda located?
Derguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Derguda is Th.rampur.
What is the pincode of Derguda?
The pincode of Derguda is 766037.
What is the population of Derguda?
Derguda has a total population of 134, including 71 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Derguda?
There are 34 households in Derguda.
What is the literacy rate in Derguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derguda is 33.58%. Male literacy is 42.25% and female literacy is 23.81%.