Khadkala - Savar Kundla, Amreli
Khadkala is a village situated in the Savar Kundla taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savar Kundla and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Khadkala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadkala is 515753. The village covers a total geographical area of 1278.8 hectares and falls under the 364521 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khadkala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savarkundla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadkala
As per Census 2011, Khadkala village has a total population of 939 people, consisting of 465 males and 474 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadkala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 939 | 465 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 332 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 133 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Khadkala
Khadkala 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 Khadkala
Khadkala 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 | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khadkala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Khadkala is about 33 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 Khadkala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadkala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khadkala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadkala 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khadkala
Where is Khadkala located?
Khadkala village is located in Savar Kundla Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadkala?
Khadkala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadkala?
The pincode of Khadkala is 364521.
What is the population of Khadkala?
Khadkala has a total population of 939, including 465 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Khadkala?
There are 215 households in Khadkala.
What is the literacy rate in Khadkala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadkala is 63.90%. Male literacy is 71.40% and female literacy is 56.54%.