Khun - Dholera, Ahmedabad
Khun is a village situated in the Dholera taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 31 km from Dhandhuka and around 110 km from Ahmadabad. Khun - Bhimtalav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khun is 511929. The village covers a total geographical area of 3830.61 hectares and falls under the 382455 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Khun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khun
According to the 2011 Census, Khun village had a total population of 1,254 people, including 665 males and 589 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.24%, with male literacy at 64.13% and female literacy at 24.11%.
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 | 1,254 | 665 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 363 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 302 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Khun
Khun 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 Khun
Khun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhandhuka to Khun is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Khun is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khun
Where is Khun located?
Khun village is located in Dholera Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khun?
The Gram Panchayat of Khun is Khun - Bhimtalav.
What is the pincode of Khun?
The pincode of Khun is 382455.
What is the population of Khun?
Khun had a total population of 1,254, including 665 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Khun?
Khun had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khun was 45.24%. Male literacy was 64.13% and female literacy was 24.11%.