Derasar - Ramsar, Barmer
Derasar is a village situated in the Ramsar tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramsar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Derasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derasar is 088500. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 344001 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Derasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Derasar
According to the 2011 Census, Derasar village had a total population of 596 people, including 309 males and 287 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.16%, with male literacy at 79.59% and female literacy at 26.34%.
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 | 596 | 309 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 195 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 114 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Derasar
Derasar 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 Derasar
Derasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Derasar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Derasar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Derasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Derasar
Where is Derasar located?
Derasar village is located in Ramsar Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derasar?
Derasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Derasar?
The pincode of Derasar is 344001.
What is the population of Derasar?
Derasar had a total population of 596, including 309 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Derasar?
Derasar had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derasar was 54.16%. Male literacy was 79.59% and female literacy was 26.34%.