Khisri - Dhari, Amreli
Khisri is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khisari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khisri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khisri is 515743. The village covers a total geographical area of 724.75 hectares and falls under the 365640 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Khisri 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 Khisri
According to the 2011 Census, Khisri village had a total population of 1,082 people, including 573 males and 509 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.53%, with male literacy at 74.24% and female literacy at 51.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 1,082 | 573 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 366 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 207 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Khisri
Khisri 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 Khisri
Public transport in the Khisri 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 Savar Kundla to Khisri is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khisri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khisri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khisri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khisri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khisri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khisri
Where is Khisri located?
Khisri village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khisri?
The Gram Panchayat of Khisri is Khisari.
What is the pincode of Khisri?
The pincode of Khisri is 365640.
What is the population of Khisri?
Khisri had a total population of 1,082, including 573 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Khisri?
Khisri had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khisri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khisri was 63.53%. Male literacy was 74.24% and female literacy was 51.28%.