Derka
About Derka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Derka village is 428717. Derka village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 124 hectares. Derka has a total population of 255 peoples, out of which male population is 126 while female population is 129. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1023 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of derka village is 41.18% out of which 46.83% males and 35.66% females are literate. There are about 55 houses in derka village. Pincode of derka village 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
The population details of Derka 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 | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 255 | 126 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 67 | 83 |
Connectivity of Derka
| 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 |
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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%.