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
According to the 2011 Census, Khijadiya village had a total population of 258 people, including 119 males and 139 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.47%, with male literacy at 73.53% and female literacy at 58.68%.
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 | 258 | 119 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 258, including 119 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Khijadiya?
Khijadiya had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijadiya was 65.47%. Male literacy was 73.53% and female literacy was 58.68%.