Dera
Dera is a village located in Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shergarh (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Dera village is also a gram panchayat.
Dera has its own place in the vibrant Jodhpur 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 Dera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dera is 085257. The village spans a total geographical area of 408 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342025. Jodhpur is nearest town to Dera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
Google Map of Dera
Population of Dera
Below is a concise population overview of Dera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dera village:
- The total population of Dera village is around 979, including approximately 495 males and 484 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 187 children aged 0–6 years in Dera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dera village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dera village is about 53.01%, with male literacy at 69.49% and female literacy at 36.16%.
- There are around 161 households in Dera village.
Connectivity of Dera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dera. As per the 2011 stats, Dera 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dera
Knowing the nearby villages of Dera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dera
- Where is Dera located?
- Dera village is situated in Shergarh Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dera?
- Dera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dera?
- The pincode of Dera is 342025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dera is 979, with 495 males and 484 females.
- How many households are there in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dera village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dera is 53.01%. The male literacy rate is 69.49%, while the female literacy rate is 36.16%.