Derakana
About Derakana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Derakana village is 425779. Derakana village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 407 hectares. Derakana has a total population of 1,139 peoples, out of which male population is 562 while female population is 577. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1026 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of derakana village is 26.95% out of which 36.65% males and 17.50% females are literate. There are about 282 houses in derakana village. Pincode of derakana village 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
The population details of Derakana 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 | 1,139 | 562 | 577 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 403 | 187 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 206 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 832 | 356 | 476 |
Connectivity of Derakana
| 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 |
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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%.