Dedakdad

Dedakdad is a village located in Dhrol taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dhrol (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Dedakdad village is also a gram panchayat.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dedakdad is 513752. The village spans a total geographical area of 1085.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360110. Dhrol is nearest town to Dedakdad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dedakdad 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 Kalavad 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 Dedakdad

According to the 2011 Census, Dedakdad has a total population of about 1,528, with approximately 788 males and 740 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 116 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 65.97%, with male literacy at about 71.95% and female literacy near 59.59%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dedakdad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,528 788 740
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 164 93 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 116 56 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,008 567 441
Illiterate Population 520 221 299

Connectivity of Dedakdad

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

Nearby Villages of Dedakdad

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dedakdad

Where is Dedakdad located?

Dedakdad village is situated in Dhrol Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Dedakdad?

Dedakdad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Dedakdad?

The pincode of Dedakdad is 360110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Dedakdad as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dedakdad is 1,528, with 788 males and 740 females.

How many households are there in Dedakdad as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Dedakdad village has a total of 311 households.

What is the literacy rate in Dedakdad as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dedakdad is 65.97%. The male literacy rate is 71.95%, while the female literacy rate is 59.59%.