Dera Village - Viratnagar, Kotputli-Behror
Dera is a village situated in the Viratnagar tehsil of Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from Viratnagar and around 76 km from Jaipur. Chatarpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dera is 079157. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.46 hectares and falls under the 303119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Viratnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dera
As per Census 2011, Dera village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 213 males and 183 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dera are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 213 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 131 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 82 | 132 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Dera is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Dera is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dera
Where is Dera located?
Dera village is located in Viratnagar Tehsil, Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dera is Chatarpura.
What is the pincode of Dera?
The pincode of Dera is 303119.
What is the population of Dera?
Dera has a total population of 396, including 213 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Dera?
There are 67 households in Dera.
What is the literacy rate in Dera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dera is 45.96%. Male literacy is 61.50% and female literacy is 27.87%.