Khakhariya - Babra, Amreli
Khakhariya is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khakhariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhariya is 515461. The village covers a total geographical area of 1698.95 hectares and falls under the 365421 pincode. Babra is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khakhariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhariya
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhariya village had a total population of 2,287 people, including 1,182 males and 1,105 females, living in 447 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 67.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 2,287 | 1,182 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 152 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,496 | 825 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 357 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhariya
Khakhariya 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 Khakhariya
Public transport in the Khakhariya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babra to Khakhariya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khakhariya is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhariya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khakhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khakhariya
Where is Khakhariya located?
Khakhariya village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhariya?
Khakhariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhariya?
The pincode of Khakhariya is 365421.
What is the population of Khakhariya?
Khakhariya had a total population of 2,287, including 1,182 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Khakhariya?
Khakhariya had 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhariya was 74.06%. Male literacy was 80.10% and female literacy was 67.78%.