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
As per Census 2011, Dera village has a total population of 979 people, consisting of 495 males and 484 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dera are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 979, including 495 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Dera?
There are 161 households in Dera.
What is the literacy rate in Dera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera is 53.01%. Male literacy is 69.49% and female literacy is 36.16%.