Dedasan - Kheralu, Mahesana
Dedasan is a village situated in the Kheralu taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kheralu and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Dedasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedasan is 509236. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.91 hectares and falls under the 384325 pincode. Kheralu is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Dedasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kheralu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedasan
According to the 2011 Census, Dedasan village had a total population of 1,065 people, including 543 males and 522 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 82.97% and female literacy at 60.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,065 | 543 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 380 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 163 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Dedasan
Dedasan 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 Dedasan
Dedasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kheralu to Dedasan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Dedasan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedasan 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 Dedasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dedasan
Where is Dedasan located?
Dedasan village is located in Kheralu Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedasan?
Dedasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedasan?
The pincode of Dedasan is 384325.
What is the population of Dedasan?
Dedasan had a total population of 1,065, including 543 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Dedasan?
Dedasan had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dedasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedasan was 71.79%. Male literacy was 82.97% and female literacy was 60.31%.