Derui

Derui is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.3km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 14.8km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Harit is the gram panchayat of Derui village.

Derui has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Derui

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Derui is 325287. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.2 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Derui village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Derui village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Derui

Below is a concise population overview of Derui as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 730 367 363
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 36 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 702 353 349
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 433 243 190
Illiterate Population 297 124 173

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Derui village:

  • The total population of Derui village is around 730, including approximately 367 males and 363 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Derui village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Derui village has 702 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Derui village is about 59.32%, with male literacy at 66.21% and female literacy at 52.34%.
  • There are around 148 households in Derui village.

Connectivity of Derui

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Derui. As per the 2011 stats, Derui had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Derui

Knowing the nearby villages of Derui helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Derui.

Frequently Asked Questions about Derui

Where is Derui located?
Derui village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Derui?
The Gram Panchayat of Derui is Harit (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Derui as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Derui is 730, with 367 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Derui as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Derui village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Derui as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Derui is 59.32%. The male literacy rate is 66.21%, while the female literacy rate is 52.34%.