Raheda - Vadali, Sabar Kantha
Raheda is a village situated in the Vadali taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Raheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raheda is 509996. The village covers a total geographical area of 609.64 hectares and falls under the 383235 pincode. Idar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Raheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raheda
According to the 2011 Census, Raheda village had a total population of 1,770 people, including 899 males and 871 females, living in 359 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.62%, with male literacy at 85.66% and female literacy at 65.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305.
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 | 1,770 | 899 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 150 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 675 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 224 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Raheda
Raheda 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 Raheda
Public transport in the Raheda 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 Idar to Raheda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Raheda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raheda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Raheda
Where is Raheda located?
Raheda village is located in Vadali Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raheda?
Raheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raheda?
The pincode of Raheda is 383235.
What is the population of Raheda?
Raheda had a total population of 1,770, including 899 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Raheda?
Raheda had 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raheda was 75.62%. Male literacy was 85.66% and female literacy was 65.47%.