Gediya
Gediya is a village located in Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Patdi (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Gediya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gediya unique in its vibrant Dasada-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Gediya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gediya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gediya is 512154. The village spans a total geographical area of 1343.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382745. Kharaghoda is nearest town to Gediya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gediya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gediya
Population of Gediya
According to the 2011 Census, Gediya has a total population of about 1,980, with approximately 1,008 males and 972 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 146 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.35%, with male literacy at about 77.28% and female literacy near 63.17%. There are around 440 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gediya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,980 | 1,008 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 138 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 779 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 229 | 358 |
Connectivity of Gediya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gediya. As per the 2011 stats, Gediya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gediya
Knowing the nearby villages of Gediya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gediya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gediya
- Where is Gediya located?
- Gediya village is situated in Dasada Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gediya?
- Gediya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gediya?
- The pincode of Gediya is 382745, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gediya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gediya is 1,980, with 1,008 males and 972 females.
- How many households are there in Gediya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gediya village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gediya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gediya is 70.35%. The male literacy rate is 77.28%, while the female literacy rate is 63.17%.