Gedap - Sujangarh, Churu
Gedap is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Gedap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gedap is 070744. The village covers a total geographical area of 3999 hectares and falls under the 331518 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Gedap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gedap
As per Census 2011, Gedap village has a total population of 4,286 people, consisting of 2,248 males and 2,038 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 838 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,734 literate and 2,552 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gedap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,286 | 2,248 | 2,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 838 | 450 | 388 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,571 | 835 | 736 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 1,129 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,552 | 1,119 | 1,433 |
Nearby Villages of Gedap
Gedap is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondusar Narnotan | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Gondusar | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Mangalwasi | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Bhom Telap | South | 4.71 km |
| Bhaseena | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Bhom Gondusar | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Mundra | South-East | 6.39 km |
| Telap | South | 6.69 km |
| Jeeli | North-East | 7.24 km |
| Likhmansar | East | 7.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gedap
Gedap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ladnun, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sujangarh to Gedap is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Gedap is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gedap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gedap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gedap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gedap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gedap
Where is Gedap located?
Gedap village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gedap?
Gedap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gedap?
The pincode of Gedap is 331518.
What is the population of Gedap?
Gedap has a total population of 4,286, including 2,248 males and 2,038 females.
How many households are there in Gedap?
There are 715 households in Gedap.
What is the literacy rate in Gedap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gedap is 40.46%. Male literacy is 50.22% and female literacy is 29.69%.