Derakana

Derakana is a village located in Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Sunger is the gram panchayat of Derakana village.

Derakana 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 Derakana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derakana is 425779. The village spans a total geographical area of 407 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765015. Rayagada is nearest town to Derakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 93km away.

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Population of Derakana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,139 562 577
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 211 104 107
Scheduled Castes (SC) 176 89 87
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 403 187 216
Literate Population 307 206 101
Illiterate Population 832 356 476

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

  • The total population of Derakana village is around 1,139, including approximately 562 males and 577 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Derakana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derakana village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 403 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Derakana village is about 26.95%, with male literacy at 36.65% and female literacy at 17.50%.
  • There are around 282 households in Derakana village.

Connectivity of Derakana

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Derakana

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Derakana

Where is Derakana located?
Derakana village is situated in Kashipur Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Derakana is Sunger (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Derakana?
The pincode of Derakana is 765015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Derakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derakana is 1,139, with 562 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Derakana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derakana village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derakana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derakana is 26.95%. The male literacy rate is 36.65%, while the female literacy rate is 17.50%.