Khakhbai - Rajula, Amreli
Khakhbai is a village situated in the Rajula taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajula and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khakhbai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhbai is 515970. The village covers a total geographical area of 1094.86 hectares and falls under the 365560 pincode. Rajula is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Khakhbai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhbai
As per Census 2011, Khakhbai village has a total population of 3,118 people, consisting of 1,569 males and 1,549 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,840 literate and 1,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khakhbai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,118 | 1,569 | 1,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 227 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 230 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 1,840 | 1,074 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 495 | 783 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhbai
Khakhbai 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 Khakhbai
Khakhbai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khakhbai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajula to Khakhbai is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khakhbai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhbai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhbai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khakhbai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhbai 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khakhbai
Where is Khakhbai located?
Khakhbai village is located in Rajula Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhbai?
Khakhbai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakhbai?
The pincode of Khakhbai is 365560.
What is the population of Khakhbai?
Khakhbai has a total population of 3,118, including 1,569 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Khakhbai?
There are 509 households in Khakhbai.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhbai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhbai is 59.01%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 49.45%.