Deranja - Kashipur, Rayagada
Deranja is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deranja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deranja is 425824. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Deranja 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 Deranja
According to the 2011 Census, Deranja village had a total population of 94 people, including 46 males and 48 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.14%, with male literacy at 14.71% and female literacy at 5.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 41 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Deranja
Deranja 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 Deranja
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Deranja.
| 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 Rayagada to Deranja is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Deranja is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deranja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deranja 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deranja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deranja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deranja
Where is Deranja located?
Deranja village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deranja?
The Gram Panchayat of Deranja is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Deranja?
The pincode of Deranja is 765015.
What is the population of Deranja?
Deranja had a total population of 94, including 46 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Deranja?
Deranja had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deranja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deranja was 10.14%. Male literacy was 14.71% and female literacy was 5.71%.