Khas

Khas is a village located in Ranpur taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Ranpur (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Khas village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Khas unique in its vibrant Ranpur-Ahmadabad region. You’ll see Khas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Khas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khas is 511838. The village spans a total geographical area of 3368.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382255. Botad is nearest town to Khas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khas 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 Khas

According to the 2011 Census, Khas has a total population of about 4,133, with approximately 2,116 males and 2,017 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 512 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 407 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.67%, with male literacy at about 66.26% and female literacy near 46.60%. There are around 844 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,133 2,116 2,017
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 512 276 236
Scheduled Castes (SC) 407 218 189
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,342 1,402 940
Illiterate Population 1,791 714 1,077

Connectivity of Khas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Khas 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 Khas

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khas

Where is Khas located?

Khas village is situated in Ranpur Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Khas?

Khas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Khas?

The pincode of Khas is 382255, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Khas as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khas is 4,133, with 2,116 males and 2,017 females.

How many households are there in Khas as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Khas village has a total of 844 households.

What is the literacy rate in Khas as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khas is 56.67%. The male literacy rate is 66.26%, while the female literacy rate is 46.60%.