Dedol - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Dedol is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Sotambla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dedol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedol is 508334. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.47 hectares and falls under the 385530 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dedol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedol
According to the 2011 Census, Dedol village had a total population of 764 people, including 385 males and 379 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.97%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 51.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 764 | 385 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 269 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 116 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Dedol
Dedol 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 Dedol
Dedol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dedol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Dedol is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Dedol is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dedol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedol 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 Dedol
Where is Dedol located?
Dedol village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dedol?
The Gram Panchayat of Dedol is Sotambla.
What is the pincode of Dedol?
The pincode of Dedol is 385530.
What is the population of Dedol?
Dedol had a total population of 764, including 385 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Dedol?
Dedol had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dedol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedol was 66.97%. Male literacy was 82.01% and female literacy was 51.98%.