Depa - Mundra, Kachchh
Depa is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Depa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Depa is 507301. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.11 hectares and falls under the 370435 pincode. Mundra is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Depa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Depa
According to the 2011 Census, Depa village had a total population of 393 people, including 192 males and 201 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.23%, with male literacy at 86.93% and female literacy at 70.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 393 | 192 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 133 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 59 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Depa
Depa 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 Depa
Depa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundra to Depa is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Depa 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 Depa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Depa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Depa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Depa 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 Depa
Where is Depa located?
Depa village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Depa?
Depa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Depa?
The pincode of Depa is 370435.
What is the population of Depa?
Depa had a total population of 393, including 192 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Depa?
Depa had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Depa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Depa was 78.23%. Male literacy was 86.93% and female literacy was 70.12%.