Gedua - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Gedua is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Bhitia Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gedua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gedua is 182191. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.79 hectares and falls under the 272271 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Gedua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gedua
According to the 2011 Census, Gedua village had a total population of 192 people, including 109 males and 83 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 761 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.81%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 63.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 192 | 109 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 78 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Gedua
Gedua 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 Gedua
Gedua 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Gedua is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gedua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gedua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gedua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gedua 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gedua
Where is Gedua located?
Gedua village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gedua?
The Gram Panchayat of Gedua is Bhitia Kalan.
What is the pincode of Gedua?
The pincode of Gedua is 272271.
What is the population of Gedua?
Gedua had a total population of 192, including 109 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Gedua?
Gedua had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gedua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gedua was 73.81%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 63.89%.