Khijadiya - Bagasara, Amreli
Khijadiya is a village situated in the Bagasara taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagasara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khijadiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijadiya is 515670. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.43 hectares and falls under the 365440 pincode. Bagasara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khijadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijadiya
As per Census 2011, Khijadiya village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 119 males and 139 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,168 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 112 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khijadiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 119 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 75 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 44 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Khijadiya
Khijadiya 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
Khijadiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bagasara to Khijadiya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khijadiya is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijadiya 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 Khijadiya
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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khijadiya
Where is Khijadiya located?
Khijadiya village is located in Bagasara Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijadiya?
Khijadiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khijadiya?
The pincode of Khijadiya is 365440.
What is the population of Khijadiya?
Khijadiya has a total population of 258, including 119 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya?
There are 53 households in Khijadiya.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya is 56.59%. Male literacy is 63.03% and female literacy is 51.08%.