Dedha
Dedha is a village located in Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanera (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Dedha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dedha unique in its vibrant Dhanera-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Dedha’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 Dedha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dedha is 507667. The village spans a total geographical area of 832.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385310. Dhanera is nearest town to Dedha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dedha 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 Dhanera Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dedha
Population of Dedha
According to the 2011 Census, Dedha has a total population of about 2,182, with approximately 1,103 males and 1,079 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 319 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 254. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.20%, with male literacy at about 61.38% and female literacy near 32.72%. There are around 351 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dedha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,182 | 1,103 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 167 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 108 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 127 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 677 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,152 | 426 | 726 |
Connectivity of Dedha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dedha. As per the 2011 stats, Dedha 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dedha
Knowing the nearby villages of Dedha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dedha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dedha
- Where is Dedha located?
- Dedha village is situated in Dhanera Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dedha?
- Dedha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dedha?
- The pincode of Dedha is 385310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dedha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dedha is 2,182, with 1,103 males and 1,079 females.
- How many households are there in Dedha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dedha village has a total of 351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dedha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dedha is 47.20%. The male literacy rate is 61.38%, while the female literacy rate is 32.72%.