Dedvasan - Mahuva, Surat
Dedvasan is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Dedvasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dedvasan is 524386. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.08 hectares and falls under the 394250 pincode. Navsari is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dedvasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dedvasan
As per Census 2011, Dedvasan village has a total population of 2,116 people, consisting of 1,064 males and 1,052 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,582 literate and 534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,062 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dedvasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,116 | 1,064 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 77 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,062 | 1,033 | 1,029 |
| Literate Population | 1,582 | 849 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 215 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Dedvasan
Dedvasan 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 Dedvasan
Public transport in the Dedvasan is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Navsari to Dedvasan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Dedvasan is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dedvasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dedvasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dedvasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dedvasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dedvasan
Where is Dedvasan located?
Dedvasan village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dedvasan?
Dedvasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dedvasan?
The pincode of Dedvasan is 394250.
What is the population of Dedvasan?
Dedvasan has a total population of 2,116, including 1,064 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Dedvasan?
There are 507 households in Dedvasan.
What is the literacy rate in Dedvasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dedvasan is 74.76%. Male literacy is 79.79% and female literacy is 69.68%.