Dedan
Dedan is a village located in Khambha taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Khambha (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Dedan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dedan unique in its vibrant Khambha-Amreli region. You’ll see Dedan’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 Dedan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dedan is 515857. The village spans a total geographical area of 3604.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365550. Savar Kundla is nearest town to Dedan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dedan 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 Rajula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dedan
Population of Dedan
According to the 2011 Census, Dedan has a total population of about 7,751, with approximately 3,927 males and 3,824 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 397 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.19%, with male literacy at about 64.22% and female literacy near 47.93%. There are around 1,324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dedan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,751 | 3,927 | 3,824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,132 | 582 | 550 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 201 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,355 | 2,522 | 1,833 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,396 | 1,405 | 1,991 |
Connectivity of Dedan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dedan. As per the 2011 stats, Dedan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dedan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dedan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dedan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dedan
- Where is Dedan located?
- Dedan village is situated in Khambha Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dedan?
- Dedan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dedan?
- The pincode of Dedan is 365550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dedan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dedan is 7,751, with 3,927 males and 3,824 females.
- How many households are there in Dedan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dedan village has a total of 1,324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dedan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dedan is 56.19%. The male literacy rate is 64.22%, while the female literacy rate is 47.93%.