Shedhakhai

Shedhakhai is a village located in Bhanvad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanvad (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Shedhakhai village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Shedhakhai unique in its vibrant Bhanvad-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Shedhakhai’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 Shedhakhai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shedhakhai is 514012. The village spans a total geographical area of 1185.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360510. Bhanvad is nearest town to Shedhakhai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shedhakhai 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 Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shedhakhai

According to the 2011 Census, Shedhakhai has a total population of about 1,597, with approximately 822 males and 775 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 121 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.66%, with male literacy at about 65.33% and female literacy near 43.35%. There are around 312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shedhakhai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,597 822 775
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 187 89 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 121 69 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 873 537 336
Illiterate Population 724 285 439

Connectivity of Shedhakhai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shedhakhai. As per the 2011 stats, Shedhakhai 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shedhakhai

Knowing the nearby villages of Shedhakhai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shedhakhai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shedhakhai

Where is Shedhakhai located?
Shedhakhai village is situated in Bhanvad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shedhakhai?
Shedhakhai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shedhakhai?
The pincode of Shedhakhai is 360510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shedhakhai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shedhakhai is 1,597, with 822 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Shedhakhai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shedhakhai village has a total of 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shedhakhai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shedhakhai is 54.66%. The male literacy rate is 65.33%, while the female literacy rate is 43.35%.