Hedo - Danta, Banas Kantha
Hedo is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Velvada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hedo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hedo is 507863. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.04 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Hedo 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 Hedo
As per Census 2011, Hedo village has a total population of 748 people, consisting of 376 males and 372 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 739 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hedo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | 376 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 112 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 370 | 369 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 200 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 176 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Hedo
Hedo 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 Hedo
Hedo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Hedo has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Hedo is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hedo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hedo 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 Hedo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hedo 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 Hedo
Where is Hedo located?
Hedo village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hedo?
The Gram Panchayat of Hedo is Velvada.
What is the pincode of Hedo?
The pincode of Hedo is 385120.
What is the population of Hedo?
Hedo has a total population of 748, including 376 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Hedo?
There are 93 households in Hedo.
What is the literacy rate in Hedo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hedo is 37.97%. Male literacy is 53.19% and female literacy is 22.58%.