Bedapani - Danta, Banas Kantha
Bedapani is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bedapani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedapani is 507820. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.12 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bedapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedapani
As per Census 2011, Bedapani village has a total population of 644 people, consisting of 330 males and 314 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bedapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 644 | 330 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 190 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 141 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 189 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Bedapani
Bedapani 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 Bedapani
Bedapani 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 Ambaji to Bedapani is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bedapani is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bedapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bedapani
Where is Bedapani located?
Bedapani village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedapani?
Bedapani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bedapani?
The pincode of Bedapani is 385110.
What is the population of Bedapani?
Bedapani has a total population of 644, including 330 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Bedapani?
There are 117 households in Bedapani.
What is the literacy rate in Bedapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedapani is 32.92%. Male literacy is 42.73% and female literacy is 22.61%.