Derakana - Kashipur, Rayagada
Derakana is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sinduraghati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Derakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derakana is 425779. The village covers a total geographical area of 407 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Derakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derakana
As per Census 2011, Derakana village has a total population of 1,139 people, consisting of 562 males and 577 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 832 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 403 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Derakana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Derakana
Derakana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Derakana
Derakana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Derakana is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Derakana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derakana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Derakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derakana 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 Derakana
Where is Derakana located?
Derakana village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Derakana is Sinduraghati.
What is the pincode of Derakana?
The pincode of Derakana is 765015.
What is the population of Derakana?
Derakana has a total population of 1,139, including 562 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Derakana?
There are 282 households in Derakana.
What is the literacy rate in Derakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derakana is 26.95%. Male literacy is 36.65% and female literacy is 17.50%.