Fadadang - Rajkot
Fadadang is a village situated in the Rajkot taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Rajkot, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Fadadang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fadadang is 512966. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.18 hectares and falls under the 360025 pincode. Rajkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Fadadang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fadadang
As per Census 2011, Fadadang village has a total population of 922 people, consisting of 468 males and 454 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 617 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fadadang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 922 | 468 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 72 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 364 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 104 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Fadadang
Fadadang 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 Fadadang
Fadadang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajkot to Fadadang is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fadadang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fadadang 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Fadadang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fadadang 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Fadadang
Where is Fadadang located?
Fadadang village is located in Rajkot Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fadadang?
Fadadang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fadadang?
The pincode of Fadadang is 360025.
What is the population of Fadadang?
Fadadang has a total population of 922, including 468 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Fadadang?
There are 191 households in Fadadang.
What is the literacy rate in Fadadang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fadadang is 66.92%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 55.73%.