Derigan

Derigan is a village located in Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gudari (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Derigam is the gram panchayat of Derigan village.

Derigan has its own place in the vibrant Rayagada 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 Derigan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derigan is 427025. The village spans a total geographical area of 2595 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765024. Gunupur is nearest town to Derigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Derigan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,947 977 970
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 268 137 131
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 68 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 783 389 394
Literate Population 941 556 385
Illiterate Population 1,006 421 585

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

  • The total population of Derigan village is around 1,947, including approximately 977 males and 970 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 268 children aged 0–6 years in Derigan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derigan village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 783 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Derigan village is about 48.33%, with male literacy at 56.91% and female literacy at 39.69%.
  • There are around 478 households in Derigan village.

Connectivity of Derigan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derigan. As per the 2011 stats, Derigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Derigan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Derigan

Where is Derigan located?
Derigan village is situated in Gudari Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Derigan is Derigam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Derigan?
The pincode of Derigan is 765024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Derigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derigan is 1,947, with 977 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Derigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derigan village has a total of 478 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derigan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derigan is 48.33%. The male literacy rate is 56.91%, while the female literacy rate is 39.69%.