Khada - Tarapur, Anand
Khada is a village situated in the Tarapur taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Khada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khada is 516809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1501.86 hectares and falls under the 387530 pincode. Sojitra is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khada
As per Census 2011, Khada village has a total population of 2,346 people, consisting of 1,235 males and 1,111 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,748 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,346 | 1,235 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 122 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 159 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 1,748 | 1,028 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 207 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Khada
Khada 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 Khada
Khada 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojitra to Khada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Khada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khada 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 Khada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khada 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 Khada
Where is Khada located?
Khada village is located in Tarapur Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khada?
Khada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khada?
The pincode of Khada is 387530.
What is the population of Khada?
Khada has a total population of 2,346, including 1,235 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Khada?
There are 476 households in Khada.
What is the literacy rate in Khada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khada is 74.51%. Male literacy is 83.24% and female literacy is 64.81%.