Dedarva - Jetpur, Rajkot
Dedarva is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Dedarva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedarva is 513438. The village covers a total geographical area of 1147.47 hectares and falls under the 360360 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dedarva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedarva
As per Census 2011, Dedarva village has a total population of 2,930 people, consisting of 1,527 males and 1,403 females. The village has 631 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,070 literate and 860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedarva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,930 | 1,527 | 1,403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 171 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 321 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 2,070 | 1,203 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 324 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Dedarva
Dedarva 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 Dedarva
Dedarva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dedarva.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Dedarva is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dedarva is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedarva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedarva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dedarva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedarva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dedarva
Where is Dedarva located?
Dedarva village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedarva?
Dedarva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedarva?
The pincode of Dedarva is 360360.
What is the population of Dedarva?
Dedarva has a total population of 2,930, including 1,527 males and 1,403 females.
How many households are there in Dedarva?
There are 631 households in Dedarva.
What is the literacy rate in Dedarva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedarva is 70.65%. Male literacy is 78.78% and female literacy is 61.80%.