Khadadhar - Khambha, Amreli
Khadadhar is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khadadhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadadhar is 515850. The village covers a total geographical area of 1936.98 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khadadhar 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 Khadadhar
As per Census 2011, Khadadhar village has a total population of 2,660 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,317 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,750 literate and 910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadadhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,660 | 1,343 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 165 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,750 | 982 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 361 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Khadadhar
Khadadhar 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 Khadadhar
Khadadhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savar Kundla to Khadadhar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khadadhar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadadhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadadhar 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 Khadadhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadadhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khadadhar
Where is Khadadhar located?
Khadadhar village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadadhar?
Khadadhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadadhar?
The pincode of Khadadhar is 365650.
What is the population of Khadadhar?
Khadadhar has a total population of 2,660, including 1,343 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Khadadhar?
There are 509 households in Khadadhar.
What is the literacy rate in Khadadhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadadhar is 65.79%. Male literacy is 73.12% and female literacy is 58.31%.