Khudad - Viramgam, Ahmedabad
Khudad is a village situated in the Viramgam taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from Viramgam and around 70 km from Ahmadabad. Khudad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudad is 511513. The village covers a total geographical area of 1127.69 hectares and falls under the 382150 pincode. Viramgam is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khudad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viramgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudad
As per Census 2011, Khudad village has a total population of 2,679 people, consisting of 1,399 males and 1,280 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,619 literate and 1,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khudad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,679 | 1,399 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 163 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,619 | 999 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,060 | 400 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Khudad
Khudad 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 Khudad
Public transport in the Khudad is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Viramgam to Khudad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Khudad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khudad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khudad
Where is Khudad located?
Khudad village is located in Viramgam Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khudad?
Khudad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudad?
The pincode of Khudad is 382150.
What is the population of Khudad?
Khudad has a total population of 2,679, including 1,399 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Khudad?
There are 603 households in Khudad.
What is the literacy rate in Khudad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudad is 60.43%. Male literacy is 71.41% and female literacy is 48.44%.