Gichad - Dediapada, Narmada
Gichad is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Juna Mosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gichad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gichad is 521573. The village covers a total geographical area of 653.46 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gichad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gichad
According to the 2011 Census, Gichad village had a total population of 642 people, including 310 males and 332 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.43%, with male literacy at 69.74% and female literacy at 32.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 641.
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 | 642 | 310 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 82 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 310 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 159 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 151 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Gichad
Gichad 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 Gichad
Gichad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Dediapada to Gichad is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Gichad 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 Gichad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gichad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gichad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gichad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gichad
Where is Gichad located?
Gichad village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gichad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gichad is Juna Mosda.
What is the pincode of Gichad?
The pincode of Gichad is 393040.
What is the population of Gichad?
Gichad had a total population of 642, including 310 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Gichad?
Gichad had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gichad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gichad was 50.43%. Male literacy was 69.74% and female literacy was 32.23%.