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.
Here you can discover what makes Dera unique in its vibrant Shergarh-Jodhpur region. You’ll see Dera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Dera has a total population of about 979, with approximately 495 males and 484 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 144 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.01%, with male literacy at about 69.49% and female literacy near 36.16%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.