Khijadiya Kotda - Babra, Amreli
Khijadiya Kotda is a village situated in the Babra taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babra and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khijadiya Kotda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya Kotda is 515470. The village covers a total geographical area of 928.85 hectares and falls under the 365410 pincode. Amreli is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khijadiya Kotda 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 Khijadiya Kotda
As per Census 2011, Khijadiya Kotda village has a total population of 1,109 people, consisting of 553 males and 556 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khijadiya Kotda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,109 | 553 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 167 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 403 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 150 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya Kotda
Khijadiya Kotda 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 Khijadiya Kotda
Khijadiya Kotda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khijadiya Kotda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amreli to Khijadiya Kotda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijadiya Kotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadiya Kotda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khijadiya Kotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijadiya Kotda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khijadiya Kotda
Where is Khijadiya Kotda located?
Khijadiya Kotda village is located in Babra Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijadiya Kotda?
Khijadiya Kotda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadiya Kotda?
The pincode of Khijadiya Kotda is 365410.
What is the population of Khijadiya Kotda?
Khijadiya Kotda has a total population of 1,109, including 553 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya Kotda?
There are 233 households in Khijadiya Kotda.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya Kotda is 67.81%. Male literacy is 72.88% and female literacy is 62.77%.