Bedkipada - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Bedkipada is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Zamansar serves as the Village Panchayat for Bedkipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bedkipada is 525795. The village covers a total geographical area of 940.19 hectares and falls under the 425418 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bedkipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bedkipada
According to the 2011 Census, Bedkipada village had a total population of 1,385 people, including 700 males and 685 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.84%, with male literacy at 63.47% and female literacy at 48.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,345.
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 | 1,385 | 700 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,345 | 682 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 384 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 711 | 316 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Bedkipada
Bedkipada 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 Bedkipada
Bedkipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bedkipada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Bedkipada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Bedkipada is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bedkipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bedkipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bedkipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bedkipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bedkipada
Where is Bedkipada located?
Bedkipada village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bedkipada?
The Village Panchayat of Bedkipada is Zamansar.
What is the pincode of Bedkipada?
The pincode of Bedkipada is 425418.
What is the population of Bedkipada?
Bedkipada had a total population of 1,385, including 700 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Bedkipada?
Bedkipada had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bedkipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bedkipada was 55.84%. Male literacy was 63.47% and female literacy was 48.17%.