Derkapadu

Derkapadu is a village located in Seskhal tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Seskhal (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Bada Alubadi is the gram panchayat of Derkapadu village.

Derkapadu 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 Derkapadu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derkapadu is 426524. The village spans a total geographical area of 177 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765017. Rayagada is nearest town to Derkapadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Derkapadu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 327 145 182
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 33 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 326 144 182
Literate Population 39 31 8
Illiterate Population 288 114 174

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

  • The total population of Derkapadu village is around 327, including approximately 145 males and 182 females, with a sex ratio of 1255 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Derkapadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derkapadu village has 326 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Derkapadu village is about 11.93%, with male literacy at 21.38% and female literacy at 4.40%.
  • There are around 93 households in Derkapadu village.

Connectivity of Derkapadu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derkapadu. As per the 2011 stats, Derkapadu 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Derkapadu

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

Jarabadi Koneli Kunjabadi Bandaguda Hikarapada Eramanda Palerupadu Gurusubadi Harpana Dengaduru Balaput

Frequently Asked Questions about Derkapadu

Where is Derkapadu located?
Derkapadu village is situated in Seskhal Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derkapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Derkapadu is Bada Alubadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Derkapadu?
The pincode of Derkapadu is 765017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Derkapadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derkapadu is 327, with 145 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Derkapadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derkapadu village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derkapadu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derkapadu is 11.93%. The male literacy rate is 21.38%, while the female literacy rate is 4.40%.