Khambha - Khambha, Amreli
Khambha is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. Khambha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambha is 515845. The village covers a total geographical area of 2811.11 hectares and falls under the 365650 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khambha 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 Khambha
As per Census 2011, Khambha village has a total population of 10,709 people, consisting of 5,480 males and 5,229 females. The village has 2,016 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,026 literate and 3,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 486 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khambha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,709 | 5,480 | 5,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,365 | 695 | 670 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 259 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 7,026 | 3,986 | 3,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,683 | 1,494 | 2,189 |
Nearby Villages of Khambha
Khambha 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 Khambha
Khambha 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 Khambha is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khambha 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 Khambha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khambha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khambha
Where is Khambha located?
Khambha village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambha?
Khambha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khambha?
The pincode of Khambha is 365650.
What is the population of Khambha?
Khambha has a total population of 10,709, including 5,480 males and 5,229 females.
How many households are there in Khambha?
There are 2,016 households in Khambha.
What is the literacy rate in Khambha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambha is 65.61%. Male literacy is 72.74% and female literacy is 58.14%.