Dera - Sekhala, Jodhpur
Dera is a village situated in the Sekhala tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from Shergarh and around 95 km from Jodhpur. Dera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dera is 085257. The village covers a total geographical area of 408 hectares and falls under the 342025 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Dera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dera
According to the 2011 Census, Dera village had a total population of 979 people, including 495 males and 484 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.53%, with male literacy at 84.52% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 979 | 495 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 88 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 344 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 151 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Dera
Dera 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 Dera
Public transport in the Dera is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Dera is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dera
Where is Dera located?
Dera village is located in Sekhala Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dera?
Dera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dera?
The pincode of Dera is 342025.
What is the population of Dera?
Dera had a total population of 979, including 495 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Dera?
Dera had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera was 65.53%. Male literacy was 84.52% and female literacy was 45.45%.