Dedarada - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Dedarada is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Dedarada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedarada is 516519. The village covers a total geographical area of 1365.4 hectares and falls under the 364265 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dedarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedarada
According to the 2011 Census, Dedarada village had a total population of 1,865 people, including 955 males and 910 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.95%, with male literacy at 82.33% and female literacy at 69.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 1,865 | 955 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 685 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 270 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Dedarada
Dedarada 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 Dedarada
Public transport in the Dedarada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dedarada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Dedarada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Dedarada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedarada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dedarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedarada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dedarada
Where is Dedarada located?
Dedarada village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedarada?
Dedarada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedarada?
The pincode of Dedarada is 364265.
What is the population of Dedarada?
Dedarada had a total population of 1,865, including 955 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Dedarada?
Dedarada had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dedarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedarada was 75.95%. Male literacy was 82.33% and female literacy was 69.27%.