Gadevi - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Gadevi is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from Gudha Malani and around 104 km from Barmer. Gadevi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadevi is 088074. The village covers a total geographical area of 1578.48 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Gadevi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadevi
As per Census 2011, Gadevi village has a total population of 1,115 people, consisting of 578 males and 537 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 640 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadevi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,115 | 578 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 118 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 152 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 310 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 268 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Gadevi
Gadevi 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 Gadevi
Gadevi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Gadevi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Gadevi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadevi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadevi 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 Gadevi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadevi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadevi
Where is Gadevi located?
Gadevi village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadevi?
Gadevi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadevi?
The pincode of Gadevi is 344031.
What is the population of Gadevi?
Gadevi has a total population of 1,115, including 578 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Gadevi?
There are 181 households in Gadevi.
What is the literacy rate in Gadevi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadevi is 42.60%. Male literacy is 53.63% and female literacy is 30.73%.