Deeral, Queensland facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Deeral Queensland
Farm with Bellenden Ker Range in the background, 2018
Deeral Location in Queensland
Population	141 (2016 census)
• Density	5.184/km2 (13.43/sq mi)
Postcode(s)	4871
Area	27.2 km2 (10.5 sq mi)
LGA(s)	Cairns Region
State electorate(s)	Mulgrave
Federal Division(s)	Kennedy
Localities around Deeral: Aloomba Yarrabah Coral Sea Fishery Falls Deeral Coral Sea Wooroonooran Bellenden Ker East Russell

Deeral is a small town and coastal area in Queensland, Australia. It is located within the Cairns Region. In 2016, about 141 people lived there.

Exploring Deeral's Geography

Boat ramp into the Mulgrave River, Ross Road, 2018

Deeral has a unique "J"-shaped boundary. The eastern part of Deeral is a long beach area. This beach faces the Coral Sea. The land here is mostly undeveloped. It is looked after by the Queensland Government.

The western part of Deeral is curved. This land is used for farming, especially for growing sugarcane. Both the beach and farming areas are low-lying. They are less than 10 metres above sea level.

In the far west, the land starts to rise quickly. This area leads towards the Bellenden Ker Range. This mountain range is in the nearby area of Wooroonooran. This part of Deeral is also undeveloped.

Roads and Railways in Deeral

The town of Deeral is in the south-western part of the area. The Bruce Highway and the North Coast railway line both pass through Deeral. They run side-by-side from the south-west to the north-west. They go right through the town.

Deeral has its own train station. It is called Deeral railway station. From 1883 to 1912, it was known as Munros Camp railway station.

Rivers and Waterways

The Mulgrave River forms the north-eastern edge of Deeral's curved section. The river then flows across the area. It forms the southern border of the eastern beach part. Finally, it flows into the Coral Sea.

A Glimpse into Deeral's History

The town of Deeral was built on the traditional lands of the Yidiny people. The name Deeral comes from its railway station. The station was named in 1912. Deeral is an Aboriginal word from the Yidinyji language. It means teeth.

Community Life in Deeral

Deeral has a local community group. It is the Deeral branch of the Queensland Country Women's Association. This group meets at the CWA Hall. You can find the hall at 68925 Bruce Highway.