Gadepan - Digod, Kota
Gadepan is a village situated in the Digod tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digod and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Gadepan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadepan is 101994. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.85 hectares and falls under the 325208 pincode. Antah is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gadepan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kota Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadepan
As per Census 2011, Gadepan village has a total population of 3,299 people, consisting of 1,768 males and 1,531 females. The village has 889 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,243 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 506 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadepan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,299 | 1,768 | 1,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 229 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 248 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 2,243 | 1,335 | 908 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 433 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Gadepan
Gadepan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachara Ki Jhonpariyan | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Ballabhpura | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Bamori | North | 2.54 km |
| Rugghi | East | 2.67 km |
| Bhauran | West | 2.91 km |
| Pachara | South | 3.12 km |
| Kareerka Khera | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Cheensa | East | 3.67 km |
| Kherli Mahadeet | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Janakpur | South | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadepan
Gadepan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhonra, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Antah to Gadepan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kota to Gadepan is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadepan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadepan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gadepan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadepan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadepan
Where is Gadepan located?
Gadepan village is located in Digod Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadepan?
Gadepan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadepan?
The pincode of Gadepan is 325208.
What is the population of Gadepan?
Gadepan has a total population of 3,299, including 1,768 males and 1,531 females.
How many households are there in Gadepan?
There are 889 households in Gadepan.
What is the literacy rate in Gadepan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadepan is 67.99%. Male literacy is 75.51% and female literacy is 59.31%.