Derka

Derka is a village located in Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bandhugaon (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Jaguguda is the gram panchayat of Derka village.

Derka has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Derka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derka is 428717. The village spans a total geographical area of 124 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765027. Koraput is nearest town to Derka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 89km away.

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Population of Derka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 255 126 129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 19 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 255 126 129
Literate Population 105 59 46
Illiterate Population 150 67 83

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

  • The total population of Derka village is around 255, including approximately 126 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Derka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derka village has 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Derka village is about 41.18%, with male literacy at 46.83% and female literacy at 35.66%.
  • There are around 55 households in Derka village.

Connectivity of Derka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derka. As per the 2011 stats, Derka 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Derka

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

Anabari Sanakarli Barakarli Jambadi Odesi Bhatatambedi Deodola Mahagura Kutrabeda Janjeri Gulumigura

Frequently Asked Questions about Derka

Where is Derka located?
Derka village is situated in Bandhugaon Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derka?
The Gram Panchayat of Derka is Jaguguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Derka?
The pincode of Derka is 765027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Derka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derka is 255, with 126 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Derka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derka village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derka is 41.18%. The male literacy rate is 46.83%, while the female literacy rate is 35.66%.