Derakundi - Derabish, Kendrapara
Derakundi is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Palei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Derakundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derakundi is 396694. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 754208 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Derakundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derakundi
As per Census 2011, Derakundi village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 210 males and 196 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Derakundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 210 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 90 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 169 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 41 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Derakundi
Derakundi 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 Derakundi
Derakundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Derakundi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Derakundi is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derakundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derakundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Derakundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derakundi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Derakundi
Where is Derakundi located?
Derakundi village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derakundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Derakundi is Palei.
What is the pincode of Derakundi?
The pincode of Derakundi is 754208.
What is the population of Derakundi?
Derakundi has a total population of 406, including 210 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Derakundi?
There are 105 households in Derakundi.
What is the literacy rate in Derakundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derakundi is 78.33%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 76.02%.