Deranchi - Delanga, Puri
Deranchi is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Singhberhampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deranchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deranchi is 408565. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Deranchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deranchi
According to the 2011 Census, Deranchi village had a total population of 31 people, including 15 males and 16 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Deranchi
Deranchi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nipur | East | 0.97 km |
| Basantapur | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Majhibara | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Aragada | North | 1.50 km |
| Garamotari | South | 1.66 km |
| Baratarada | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Gandapara | East | 1.77 km |
| Singhbrahmapur Paschimbar | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Rengal | West | 2.11 km |
| Batol | South-West | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deranchi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Deranchi. The nearest railway station is Motari Halt, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.2 km.
| 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 Jatani to Deranchi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Deranchi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deranchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deranchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deranchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deranchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deranchi
Where is Deranchi located?
Deranchi village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deranchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Deranchi is Singhberhampur.
What is the pincode of Deranchi?
The pincode of Deranchi is 752015.
What is the population of Deranchi?
Deranchi had a total population of 31, including 15 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Deranchi?
Deranchi had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deranchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deranchi was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.