Gedai - Manora, Jashpur
Gedai is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Remne serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gedai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gedai is 433918. The village covers a total geographical area of 703.46 hectares and falls under the 496336 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gedai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gedai
According to the 2011 Census, Gedai village had a total population of 545 people, including 280 males and 265 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.80%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 53.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 545 | 280 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 272 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 172 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 108 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Gedai
Gedai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukra | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Dobh | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Kardih | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Remne | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Sonkyari | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Pandarsili | East | 4.95 km |
| Tamaya | South | 5.56 km |
| Kapsela | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Serdih | North | 6.06 km |
| Tora | North-West | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gedai
Gedai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Gedai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gedai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gedai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gedai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gedai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gedai
Where is Gedai located?
Gedai village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gedai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gedai is Remne.
What is the pincode of Gedai?
The pincode of Gedai is 496336.
What is the population of Gedai?
Gedai had a total population of 545, including 280 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Gedai?
Gedai had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gedai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gedai was 62.80%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 53.00%.