Dherua
Dherua is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dherua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dherua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dherua unique in its vibrant Midnapore-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dherua’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 Dherua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dherua is 339221. The village spans a total geographical area of 415.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721102. Midnapur is nearest town to Dherua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Dherua village comes under Medinipur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Dherua
Population of Dherua
According to the 2011 Census, Dherua has a total population of about 2,119, with approximately 1,071 males and 1,048 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,022 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 91. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.37%, with male literacy at about 66.39% and female literacy near 52.19%. There are around 431 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dherua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,119 | 1,071 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 138 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,022 | 512 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 711 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 360 | 501 |
Connectivity of Dherua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dherua. As per the 2011 stats, Dherua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dherua
Knowing the nearby villages of Dherua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dherua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dherua
- Where is Dherua located?
- Dherua village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dherua?
- Dherua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dherua?
- The pincode of Dherua is 721102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dherua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dherua is 2,119, with 1,071 males and 1,048 females.
- How many households are there in Dherua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dherua village has a total of 431 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dherua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dherua is 59.37%. The male literacy rate is 66.39%, while the female literacy rate is 52.19%.