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
According to the 2011 Census, Khadkala village had a total population of 939 people, including 465 males and 474 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.01%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 60.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 939 | 465 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 939, including 465 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Khadkala?
Khadkala had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadkala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadkala was 70.01%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 60.91%.