Dedkadi - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Dedkadi is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Dedkadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedkadi is 515803. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.2 hectares and falls under the 364530 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dedkadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedkadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dedkadi village had a total population of 886 people, including 463 males and 423 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 63.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 886 | 463 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 378 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 85 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Dedkadi
Dedkadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dedkadi
Dedkadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Savar Kundla to Dedkadi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Dedkadi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedkadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedkadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dedkadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedkadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dedkadi
Where is Dedkadi located?
Dedkadi village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dedkadi?
Dedkadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedkadi?
The pincode of Dedkadi is 364530.
What is the population of Dedkadi?
Dedkadi had a total population of 886, including 463 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Dedkadi?
Dedkadi had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dedkadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedkadi was 76.92%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 63.02%.