Pedhla - Jetpur, Rajkot
Pedhla is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Pedhla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedhla is 513420. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273.26 hectares and falls under the 360370 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pedhla 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 Pedhla
As per Census 2011, Pedhla village has a total population of 4,573 people, consisting of 2,410 males and 2,163 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 479 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,942 literate and 1,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pedhla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,573 | 2,410 | 2,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 260 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 369 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,942 | 1,687 | 1,255 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,631 | 723 | 908 |
Nearby Villages of Pedhla
Pedhla 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 Pedhla
Pedhla 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 Pedhla.
| 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 Pedhla is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Pedhla is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedhla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedhla 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 Pedhla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedhla 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 Pedhla
Where is Pedhla located?
Pedhla village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedhla?
Pedhla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pedhla?
The pincode of Pedhla is 360370.
What is the population of Pedhla?
Pedhla has a total population of 4,573, including 2,410 males and 2,163 females.
How many households are there in Pedhla?
There are 967 households in Pedhla.
What is the literacy rate in Pedhla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedhla is 64.33%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 58.02%.