Khasta

Khasta is a village located in Dhandhuka taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dhandhuka (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Khasta village is also a gram panchayat.

Khasta has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khasta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khasta is 511901. The village spans a total geographical area of 2104.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382460. Dhandhuka is nearest town to Khasta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khasta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khasta

Below is a concise population overview of Khasta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,292 688 604
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 135 79 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 139 71 68
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 55 28 27
Literate Population 1,016 583 433
Illiterate Population 276 105 171

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khasta village:

  • The total population of Khasta village is around 1,292, including approximately 688 males and 604 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 135 children aged 0–6 years in Khasta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khasta village has 139 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khasta village is about 78.64%, with male literacy at 84.74% and female literacy at 71.69%.
  • There are around 265 households in Khasta village.

Connectivity of Khasta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khasta. As per the 2011 stats, Khasta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khasta

Knowing the nearby villages of Khasta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khasta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khasta

Where is Khasta located?
Khasta village is situated in Dhandhuka Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khasta?
Khasta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khasta?
The pincode of Khasta is 382460, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khasta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khasta is 1,292, with 688 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Khasta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khasta village has a total of 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khasta is 78.64%. The male literacy rate is 84.74%, while the female literacy rate is 71.69%.