Derwa - Gola, Gorakhpur
Derwa is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Derwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Derwa is 188121. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.79 hectares and falls under the 273402 pincode.
Derwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Derwa
According to the 2011 Census, Derwa village had a total population of 26 people, including 16 males and 10 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 625 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Derwa
Derwa 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 Derwa
Derwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Derwa is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Derwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Derwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Derwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Derwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Derwa
Where is Derwa located?
Derwa village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Derwa is Ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Derwa?
The pincode of Derwa is 273402.
What is the population of Derwa?
Derwa had a total population of 26, including 16 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Derwa?
Derwa had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Derwa was 82.61%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 80.00%.