Bedpada - Songadh, Tapi
Bedpada is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Kharsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bedpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedpada is 524628. The village covers a total geographical area of 366.55 hectares and falls under the 394652 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bedpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedpada
According to the 2011 Census, Bedpada village had a total population of 553 people, including 271 males and 282 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.39%, with male literacy at 83.27% and female literacy at 73.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 553.
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 | 553 | 271 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 271 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 204 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 67 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bedpada
Bedpada 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 Bedpada
Bedpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Songadh to Bedpada is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Bedpada is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bedpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bedpada
Where is Bedpada located?
Bedpada village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bedpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Bedpada is Kharsi.
What is the pincode of Bedpada?
The pincode of Bedpada is 394652.
What is the population of Bedpada?
Bedpada had a total population of 553, including 271 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Bedpada?
Bedpada had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedpada was 78.39%. Male literacy was 83.27% and female literacy was 73.86%.